ADS Chief Executive comment on ICAO 2050 net-zero carbon goal for air transport
Governments meeting at the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Assembly in Montreal have adopted a goal of net-zero carbon emissions for international flights by 2050, one of the only global sector-specific climate goals. The goal aligns international aviation with the Paris Agreement and follows a commitment by the industry itself last year.
ADS Chief Executive, Kevin Craven said:
“The commitment of 193 member states to the goal of net-zero carbon emissions for international flights by 2050 is a moment of huge global significance, aligning international aviation with the Paris Agreement.
“This is the culmination of years of hard work and tough negotiations, demonstrating global aviation’s dedication to the challenge of reaching net zero, and reinforcing the commitments made by UK aerospace and aviation.
“We are privileged to work with the Department for Transport on developing and demonstrating UK leadership through strategies such as Jet Zero.”