Aviation

Industry bodies publish discussion paper calling for global sectoral cap-and-trade scheme

British Airways chief, Willie Walsh, says the industry can meet the 2050 target through a emissions trading scheme and improvements in aviation technology

IATA pledges to ensure global emissions peak by 2020 as air travel sector lends its voice to campaign for meaningful Copenhagen deal

Could a visit to the carbon kiosk become a regular feature of checking in?

New study argues any economic benefits from expanding Heathrow will be wiped out by environmental costs

Delta follows BA and others accused of running flights with no passengers on board

ASA rejects claim that third runway would not make airport "noisier or dirtier"

New head of Sustainable Development Commission condemns 'clean coal' and Heathrow expansion plans

Replacing plane journeys with ultra-fast train services 'manifestly in the public interest', transport secretary says

Dr Alan H Epstein, vice president technology and environment at aircraft engine manufacturer Pratt & Whitney explains how the industry is shaking off its tag of environmental pariah