UK air traffic controllers trim carbon impact

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NATS reports it helped airlines cut emissions by 113,500 tonnes last year, but it acknowledges 'much more needs to be done' as it looks set to miss 2020 target

The UK's air navigation service provider, NATS, has helped airlines cut their carbon emissions by 113,500 tonnes in the last year, according to the company's latest Responsible Business report. However,...

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