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Luxair agrees to stop ‘misleading environmental claims’
Twenty-one airlines, including Luxair, Air France, and Ryanair, agreed with the European Commission to stop using misleading “green” claims. They’ll no longer suggest flights can be CO₂ neutral via offsets. Terms like “sustainable fuel” must be clarified to prevent vague environmental language.
Air France Chooses Costa Rica for Its First Sustainable Flight in Latin America
Air France conducted its first sustainable demo flight in Costa Rica on Oct 25 under the SkyTeam Aviation Challenge. The Paris–San José route cut waste used electric ground gear and recycled 13.3 kg Costa Rica’s green leadership made it ideal to test innovations like SAF and eco-efficient operations
Eastern Airways and Sustainable Travel: Innovations in Eco-Friendly Aviation
Eastern Airways advances sustainable aviation through fleet modernization, fuel-efficient operations, and exploration of Sustainable Aviation Fuels. By improving efficiency, reducing emissions, and engaging passengers, the airline positions itself as a regional leader in eco-friendly air travel.
Europe’s Vision For Sustainable Aviation Is Taking Flight With The Groundbreaking SAF Regulation Driving Major Change
The EU’s ReFuelEU Aviation Regulation drives adoption of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), targeting 2% by 2025 and 70% by 2050. Led by EASA, countries like France, Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, and Sweden spearhead SAF use, cutting aviation’s carbon footprint.
Cathay and Airbus form co-investment partnership for scaling sustainable aviation fuel adoption
Cathay Group and Airbus will co-invest up to US$70 million to boost sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production in Asia and worldwide. Announced at the IATA Sustainability Symposium, the partnership aims to scale SAF by 2030, support policy advocacy, and accelerate aviation decarbonization.
United Airlines Sets New Standard In Sustainable Aviation Fuel
United Airlines expands Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) use with Neste at IAH, EWR & IAD. Using waste-based SAF cuts CO₂ by up to 80%. With 13M+ gallons used in 2024, United leads U.S. SAF adoption, advancing net-zero 2050 goals and greener, sustainable air travel.
Finland’s Helsinki Tops GDSI as World’s Most Sustainable Destination in 2025
Helsinki tops the 2025 Global Destination Sustainability Index with a 94% score, leading global eco-tourism. The city targets carbon neutrality by 2030. Finnair, United Airlines, and Radisson Blu boost its green appeal with SAF use, eco-hotels, and sustainable travel initiatives.
Kenya Airways Makes Huge Leap In Sustainable Air Travel Within Africa
Kenya Airways operated Africa’s first low-carbon flight using 50% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) from Nairobi to Cape Town, cutting emissions by up to 85%. Supported by corporate funding, CORSIA and IATA standards, the flight showcased eco-friendly in-flight practices and a net-zero commitment.
Sheraton Hanoi Hotel in Vietnam Achieves Green Globe Certification
Sheraton Hanoi Hotel earned its first Green Globe certification for key green initiatives: turning food waste into organic fertilizer for the community, using salt-based pool filtration to cut chemicals, and installing solar panels for its fitness area — advancing circular, low-carbon hospitality.