A new study of 27 million flights reveals that aviation emissions can be cut by 50% without reducing travel. By using modern aircraft, ensuring planes fly near full, and optimizing seating, the industry can achieve massive carbon reductions today. These proven efficiency gains offer a clear path to cleaner skies.
(c) Chris Curry
(c) Chris Curry

Smart flight operational changes can halve global aviation emissions

THE GUARDIAN

A new study of 27 million flights reveals that aviation emissions can be cut by 50% without reducing travel. By using modern aircraft, ensuring planes fly near full, and optimizing seating, the industry can achieve massive carbon reductions today. These proven efficiency gains offer a clear path to cleaner skies.

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