British Airways has committed over £9 million ($12 million) to carbon removal credits as part of its strategy to reach net-zero emissions by 2050. This move strengthens the airline’s position as the UK’s largest carbon removal purchaser, marking a significant step in its sustainability journey.
British Airways plane soaring high above London park. AI generated picture.
The airline’s Director of Sustainability, Carrie Harris, emphasised the importance of bold action, saying that while carbon removals represent a small fraction of its total emissions, they are crucial to long-term environmental solutions. The airline aims to deliver substantial progress by 2030, supporting carbon removal initiatives both locally and internationally.
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British Airways is backing various carbon removal projects across the UK, including capturing CO2 from whisky distilleries in Scotland to create building materials and employing enhanced rock weathering to store carbon long-term. The airline is also investing in reforestation projects in Scotland and Wales to expand natural carbon sinks.
Internationally, British Airways is involved in projects like carbon capture from rivers in Canada and biochar initiatives in India. The latter boosts farm productivity and supports female farmers, tackling both sustainability and social impact.
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The airline’s collaboration with CUR8, a UK-based carbon removal expert, has led to the purchase of 33,000 tonnes of carbon credits. British Airways is also a partner of The Earthshot Prize and Climeworks, a pioneer in Direct Air Capture technology, further enhancing its commitment to environmental protection through green technology.
Looking ahead, British Airways aims to power 10% of its flights with sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) by 2030, contributing to the UK’s SAF mandate. These efforts position the airline as a leader in driving the aviation sector toward a greener future.
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