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Did you know that aviation not only has a climate impact through CO2 but also through so-called non-CO2 effects? Chapter 4.4 of the E-SAF study we conducted for Deutsche Aircraft explains these mechanisms with regard to the share of non-CO2 effects in the overall climate impact and the near ground pollutant emissions. These are largely caused by specific jet fuel constituents such as aromatics and sulphur. Overall, e-SAF can significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions! Using the RED II and CORSIA methodologies, Liquefied Hydrogen (LH2) and Power-to-Liquids (PtL) produced from renewable electricity both already show well-to-wake greenhouse gas emissions which are already significantly lower than those of fossil kerosene and crop-based biofuels. The abovementioned additional lower climate impact due to reduced non-CO2 effects further add to the benefit compared to drop-in sustainable aviation fuels compliant with current jet fuel standards . If you want to learn how alternative fuels can mitigate the environmental impact of aviation, check out the e-SAF study: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ex3iKYpQ

Can living near an airport make you ill? According to an interesting new study by Transport & Environment (T&E) it can 😮 It turns out fuels for road and shipping are treated to remove some of the most damaging pollutants, but the same can't be said for aviation fuel ⛽ It is clear that the aviation industry is a significant contributor to not only climate change but poor #airquality and noise #pollution, impacting the health of communities living around major airports as well as the sectors’ workforce. At Climate Catalyst, we know 'sustainable aviation fuels' are being seen as the short-term solution, but not all #SAF is created equal. E-fuels produced using renewables and green hydrogen can not only deliver health benefits in terms of reducing these pollutants but lifecycle emission reductions too. And ultimately, efforts should be underway now to accelerate solutions like #hydrogen and battery-electric aircraft via which these harmful emissions are almost entirely removed ✈ We are working to better connect the links between health and ramping up zero emission flight technologies - do reach out if you're interested in discussing this more! Check out T&E's excellent report here 👉 https://lnkd.in/ef9E2Az2 #aviation #sustainableaviation #climateaction #cleanair #netzero #health #airpollution

You'll be hearing a lot about SAF (sustainable aviation fuel) this year— its our best way forward to decarbonize aviation, a sector that contributes to 2-3% of global emissions. But not all SAF is created equal or has the same impact. ▶︎ www.twelve.co/knowyoursaf There are essentially 4 pathways for making SAF: 1. The Fats Way (HEFA) 2. The Corn Way (Alcohol-to-Jet) 3. The Garbage Way (gasification) 4. The Air Way (Power-to-Liquid / made from CO2 & renewable energy) We were fascinated to dive into this with Twelve, learning about the different feedstocks/production pathways, and why making SAF from CO2 (the "air way") is the best way forward in terms of maximum impact on emissions reduction and minimum impact on land and water use compared to other SAF pathways. Big shout out to Jennifer Laws and the insights team at Twelve for this deep and thoughtful analysis that's so needed in today's confusing sustainability coverage. If you're in #climatetech or #sustainableaviation this is a must read ✈️ #KnowYourSAF #sustainablefuels #sustainableaviation #carbontransformation #powertoliquid #SAF #electrochemistry #aviation #engineering #climatetech #carbonremoval #scope3 #scope1 #sustainability #sustainabletravel

Amazing to see the BALIS 2.0 Project featured on Aviation International News. After we announced the great news, our CEO Josef spoke to Charles Alcock about the future of the project, and how it is crucial to invest in alternative fuel sources if we want to succesfully decarbonize the aviation industry. Prof. Dr.-Ing. Josef Kallo discusses how in the long term, prioritising SAF is "a false hope" and will won't result in emission-free aviation, hindering our climate change efforts. Read the full article and learn more about how the German government is supporting hydrogen aviation, and why we encourage the industry to refocus sustainable aviation away from SAFs at the link in our comments. #Aviation #Sustainability #Hydrogen

Aviation and Global CO2 Emissions: A Growing Concern Aviation accounts for 2.5% of global CO2 emissions, highlighting its significant impact on our #environment. In 2019, the aviation sector emitted approximately 1 billion tonnes of CO2, marking a substantial increase since 2010. As we push for a #sustainable future, addressing emissions from aviation is crucial. Exploring innovations in fuel efficiency, alternative energy sources, and policy measures will be key in reducing the carbon footprint of this critical industry. Read more: https://lnkd.in/d7ci8C-k. #Sustainability #ClimateChange #Aviation #CO2Emissions #EnvironmentalImpact #GreenInnovation

According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), aviation accounted for 2% of global energy-related CO2 emissions in 2022, having grown faster in recent decades than rail, road, or shipping. Travel demand is expected to grow steadily, meaning efforts to make the aviation industry more sustainable are increasingly important. Subscribe to Spark, RMI’s weekly newsletter, and follow our social media accounts to learn more about reducing the climate impact of air travel: https://bit.ly/3ScJ3mU #Aviation #Decarbonization #Sustainability #ClimateAction #ClimateImpacts

Taking flight on climate change The Air Transport Action Group (ATAG) confirmed that Aviation is responsible for nearly 2% of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and 2.5% of energy-related CO2 emissions, translating to about 1 billion tons of CO2 in 2018.   Read our Perspectives article about the mission to decarbonize aviation and how the advancement in technology, producing more efficient aircraft can pull aviation into the carbon-free future that is so urgently needed.   https://lnkd.in/dJ-8fzXW   #AbdulLatifJameel #Jameel #JameelEnergyEnvironment #decarbonizingaviation #sustainablefuture #aviationefficiency #emissionstargets #greenerfuels 

Important commentary from Chris Lyle on the aviation emissions problem. ✈️ Capping aviation emissions is crucial to meet climate goals, given the limitations of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) and alternative propulsion technologies. Despite technological and operational advances, they won't suffice. Emissions capping at airports, directly targeting emissions rather than flight numbers, is proposed as a viable solution. Read more here

Aviation accounts for 2.5% of global CO2 emissions. But it has contributed 4% of global warming to date. An insightful report by Hannah Ritchie shows the increasing impact and the urgency to address “hard-to-decarbonize” industries including aviation. In 1990, CO2 aviation emissions were .5 billion tons and by 2019, it doubled to 1 billion tons. Currently, only 10% of the population utilizes air travel but this figure will surge as income and accessibility increases. Although flying has become twice as efficient, demand has quadrupled effectively negating progress. Electric and hybrid planes alone are not enough to combat emissions. Biofuels and Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is a viable and effective solution. Dimensional Energy’s SAF, produced from CO2 and H2O, presents a path to carbon-neutral aviation, effectively closing the emissions loop. Follow along with us as we continue to forge ahead and transform the aviation industry and tackle CO2 emissions. See the full article for deeper insights: https://lnkd.in/gCcXne9N

Working in the space of #ClimateChange adaptation presents a significant challenge of attending numerous conferences, workshops, and events, often requiring flights and international travel. While there are many valid reasons for in-person attendance such as providing services to individuals and communities where teleconferencing isn’t practical, collaborating in working groups (where a single meeting replaces months if not years of virtual meetings), or negotiating key proposals and policies, nonetheless the environmental impact of flying cannot be ignored. Each hour of flight results in approximately 0.25 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions #GHG per person. We must all be mindful of this consumption, especially those of us working in climate change mitigation and adaptation, and it is our responsibility to ensure that the benefits of in-person meetings, conferences, and workshops outweigh the environmental costs. Also, thinking of ways to be more regionally-focused, and filling capacity gaps where they may emerge, especially within Tribal Nations and Communities must be a priority as we continue to move into a more ecologically sound practice. #NTICC