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Jet2 recognised for its sustainability initiatives
Jet2 won AirlineRatings.com’s 2025 Sustainability Award for cutting emissions via A321neo fleet, SAF use, electrified ground ops, solar facilities, and 1,200+ sustainable hotels. Targets: net zero by 2050, 35% CO₂ reduction per passenger km by 2035.
Munich Airport opens electric bus depot and expands EV fleet
Munich Airport has opened a new electric bus depot with 37 chargers, supporting its Net Zero 2035 goal. Half the ground fleet is already electric, saving 2,000+ tons of CO₂ annually. Plans include 72 e-buses, PV-equipped carports and full ground equipment electrification, backed by €23.8M in funding
Swissport's Science-Based Climate Targets Validated by SBTi
Swissport’s emissions reduction targets, validated by SBTi, include a 51% cut in Scope 1, 2, and key Scope 3 emissions by 2032, and 90% across all scopes by 2050. Key actions: fleet electrification (55% by 2032) and a global ISO 14001-certified environmental management system.
Southwest Airlines sells ethanol technology subsidiary SAFFiRE Renewables to Conestoga
On 18 August, Southwest Airlines sold SAFFiRE Renewables, a subsidiary developing ethanol via corn-stover feedstock (storable for SAF production), to Conestoga. This ends Southwest’s direct involvement in feedstock tech development but could shift strategy to partnerships.
Radisson RED Oslo City Centre confirmed as Verified Net Zero hotel
Radisson RED Oslo City Centre opens as one of the world’s first Verified Net Zero hotels, offering 118 stylish rooms, dynamic social areas, and a bold take on Scandinavian minimalism—leading the way in climate-conscious travel.
Why this airline wants you to take your amenity kit home
Singapore Airlines wants you to reuse their amenity kit after your flight.
Air France: Evolving the Airline Experience in 2023
Air France aims to cut carbon emissions 30% by 2030 and reach net-zero by 2050. It's investing in fuel-efficient aircraft and targeting 10% SAF use by 2030—key steps in greening aviation and leading sustainable transformation in the airline industry.
Southwest Airlines sells renewable unit in retreat from climate goals
The sale is part of the airline’s pullback from sustainability initiatives, which included laying off seven of 10 employees working to reduce its climate pollution.
Cathay Pacific to Host IATA’s World Sustainability Symposium
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) will be holding their third World Sustainability Symposium (WSS) on 21-22 October 2025. The event will be hosted by Cathay Pacific and will bring together leading organisations across the aviation, energy, finance, and policy sectors in Hong Kong