'We have a plan': IATA approves global net zero by 2050 target for aviation industry

James Murray
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The aviation industry is betting on sustainable aviation fuels to help it achieve net zero emissions
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The aviation industry is betting on sustainable aviation fuels to help it achieve net zero emissions

International trade body claims new target is in line with Paris Agreement's goal of limiting warming to 1.5C, but campaigners maintain industry must do more to curb emissions

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) yesterday used its Annual General Meeting in Boston to approve a resolution calling for the global air transport industry to achieve net zero carbon emissions...

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