Solutions Photo by Ramon Kagie on Unsplash Aviation’s climate conundrum: More than sustainable fuels needed Sustainable aviation fuels aren’t enough to drastically cut commercial aviation’s carbon footprint soon. Nor are redesigned planes or carbon-smart airports. Reducing demand for air travel may be the best answer.
Solutions ATR Finland unveils plan for electric aircraft routes across Lapland region The trial period will initially begin with the use of renewable aviation fuel, but will later switch to using electric aircraft.
Solutions thebarentsobserver.com Cold weather perfect to pioneer electric aviation says Finnair and signs intention to purchase 20 battery planes The Swedish-developed 19-seater ES-19 electric aircraft for short-haul routes could be ready for take-off with passengers by 2026.
Newsletter www.nationalgeographic.com Greener air travel will depend on these emerging technologies Electric engines, alternative fuels, and better navigation could reduce emissions—and mitigate the impacts of a global return to the skies.
