Air New Zealand has abandoned a 2030 goal to cut its carbon emissions, blaming difficulties securing more efficient planes and sustainable jet fuel.
The move makes it the first major carrier to back away from such a climate target.
The airline added it is working on a new short-term target and it remains committed to an industry-wide goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2050.
The aviation industry is estimated to produce around 2% of global carbon dioxide emissions, which airlines have been trying to reduce with measures including replacing older aircraft and using fuel from renewable sources.
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Trains, for the win!
- There’s no reason trains can’t replace half of air travel, while leaving actual flying to longer routes and ocean crossings.
- Trains can give people better choices for short to medium distances, no need for suffering
Edit: ok, NZ is a tough situation
I’m all for nuclear powered high speed electric trains.
