Airlines and NGOs unite in calling for bold aviation emissions deal

James Murray
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An aviation emissions offset appears set for take-off, but environmental campaigners warn it does not go far enough

The long-awaited general meeting of the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) kicks off in Montreal today with hopes running high that the UN-backed body is poised to deliver an historic agreement...

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