Aerospace Industry Initiatives Aimed at Ameliorating the Ecological Footprint of Airlines
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Author: Katalin Bándy Széchenyi István University, Egyetem tér 1., 9026 Győr, Hungary bandy@sze.hu |
Abstract: Global aviation companies have increasingly recognised the necessity of addressing their eco-logical footprint. They have consequently implemented a range of measures with the objective of reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable aviation practices. It is of the utmost importance that these efforts are made, given that the aviation industry is a significant con-tributor to greenhouse gas emissions. Aircraft emissions contribute to atmospheric pollution in multiple ways. During take-off and landing, for instance, aircraft emit pollutants into the lower air layer for approximately 20 min and into the upper air layer for longer periods at altitudes of 10-12 km. Since 1960, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) has pursued reg-ulatory efforts to govern airborne pollution in proximity to airports, recognising its immediate analogues to vehicular emissions. This study delineates various initiatives indicative of positive strides in fostering environmental stewardship within the aviation sector. However, sustained endeavours and innovative interventions remain imperative for the realisation of enduring sus-tainability objectives and the mitigation of aviation’s environmental footprint.
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