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The Progress Towards Environmentally Sustainable Aviation

Dheer-Jayesh Sanghavi
Last updated: 19 November 2024 23:37
By Dheer-Jayesh Sanghavi 5 Min Read
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The increase in global air travel has amplified the pressing need for environmentally sustainable aviation, with studies by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) showcasing the aviation industry’s production of nearly 2.5% of the world’s CO2 emissions, further leading to warming and seasonal volatility. As such, the increasing need to counter environmental challenges such as global warming, ozone depletion, and climate change has spurred a response from various parties related to and unrelated to the industry. These recent developments showcase the differences in measures and approaches explored, implemented and planned to incorporate long-term environmental awareness in the aviation industry and to mediate environmental impact.

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The Technological Advances Towards Sustainable Aviation.A Hybrid Model of Aerial SustainabilityAdvancing Sustainability Goals
An airplane's pollution
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The Technological Advances Towards Sustainable Aviation.

NASA has implemented the Advanced Aircraft Concepts for Environmental Sustainability (AACES) 2050 initiative to strengthen the US government’s presence in promoting Environmentally Sustainable Aviation. By encouraging a mix of academia, researchers and industry specialists to collectively ideate and create a transformative solution backed by five awards worth $11 Million (USD). As explained by Bob Pearce, NASA Associate Administrator for The Aeronautics Mission Directorate, these are among a set of initiatives planned to encourage open dialogue with high-quality perspectives to improve airline efficiency, reduce environmental dissonance, accomplish sustainability targets and improve the US’s technological competitiveness.

In a similar light, veteran industry professionals have discussed the significance of using environmentally conscious infrastructure in designing the airport, such as hybrid wooden-steel flooring as evidenced by the Haneda Airport in Japan, with additional options like bio-composite and concrete in construction. In addition to promoting usage of solar panels for lighting similar to Changi Airport as reported by the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS), or bio-mass used by the Oslo Airport to generate heat during winter in Norway as evidenced in the International Geothermal Association’s report. With added use of green-roofing and AI-driven insights by the government of Japan to handle air conditioning and temperature control, promoting the vision of truly environmentally sustainable aviation through innovation.

Greenery in the airport
Greenery in Changi Airport © Joshua Kettle

A Hybrid Model of Aerial Sustainability

While it can be challenging to completely redevelop an aircraft using sustainable materials, with a hybrid combination of electricity and hydrogen to counterract the dependence on fossil fuels as suggested by Timo Pesonen, Director-General of European Commission DG DEFIS, showcasing the potential to reduce an airlines’ environmental impact by incorporating electric propulsion in jet engines. With, electricity being used during take-off and landing, and fuel reserved for cruising. In addition, studies conducted and shared in IATA’s report, provided insights into how lightweight construction can enable an airline’s transition towards reducing emissions and improving fuel use, with a focus on promoting net-zero emissions while reducing aircraft noise and NOx emissions and furthering a scope towards electric or hydrogen-compatible planes. The adaptability of hybrid airline planes and their easy integration into mainstream operations, technology and infrastructure can make it easier to encourage investments and innovation for a seamless transition towards Environmentally Sustainable Aviation.

test of the world's first hydrogen-electric engine airline
ZeroAvia’s manufacturing and test of the world’s first hydrogen-electric engine airline © Daniela Castillo Monagas

Advancing Sustainability Goals

The need for environmentally sustainable aviation is gaining momentum through groundbreaking innovations and practical solutions. NASA’s AACES 2050 initiative highlights the role of collaboration between researchers, industry experts, and policymakers in developing environmentally sustainable aircraft. Airports also incorporate eco-friendly materials, renewable energy, and advanced waste management systems to minimise their environmental footprint and assist sustainability targets.

Hybrid aircraft present an immediate opportunity to reduce emissions, meet sustainability targets and the environmental footprint by combining electric propulsion with traditional jet engines. This approach lowers fuel consumption and provides a pathway for future technologies like fully electric or hydrogen-powered planes. Similarly, lightweight construction and adaptable designs increase the potential for seamless integration into existing fleets and infrastructure. With growing investments and industry-wide collaboration, aviation is steadily progressing toward its sustainability targets and reducing its environmental footprint.

These efforts reflect a critical shift in the industry’s approach, focusing on reducing environmental impact without compromising operational efficiency or performance. The transition to greener skies is no longer a distant goal but a clear direction for the future of environmentally sustainable aviation.

What are your thoughts on sustainability of the industry? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

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Dheer-Jayesh Sanghavi
By Dheer-Jayesh Sanghavi
Hi! I'm Dheer Sanghavi from India, currently studying entrepreneurship & marketing at UOW, Australia. With experience as a content writer, I’m passionate about creativity, learning, and meeting new people. I love sketching, writing, and reviewing movies (big horror fan!)—plus, I’m always up for coffee and good conversations. 😊 Let’s connect! LinkedIn: Dheer J Sanghavi IG: @the_shades_of_a_pencil / @writerinablock
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