Etihad aims for zero carbon emissions by 2050 – The National

Etihad aims for zero carbon emissions by 2050 – The National

Etihad aims for zero carbon emissions by 2050. Abu Dhabi's state carrier will also bring down emission levels to 50% by 2035, its chief executive says. Abu Dhabi's state carrier Etihad Airways plans to cut carbon emissions to zero by 2050 and to 50 per cent by 2035 as part of its expanded commitment to environmental sustainability, its chief executive said on Wednesday.. "The global focus on the environment and the urgency of reducing carbon emissions has never been greater," Tony Douglas, group chief executive of Etihad Aviation Group said.. "Etihad Aviation Group, together with its partners, is taking an active role in reducing the impact of aviation on the environment through initiatives ranging from optimised fuel management to sustainable financing practices.". Etihad also became the first airline to secure commercial funding conditional upon compliance with the sustainable development goals of the United Nations.. The airline is also partnering in the development of sustainable aviation fuels as well as commitment to reduce single use plastics by 80 per cent by 2022.. Etihad Airways which is in the midst of turnaround plan, is aiming to become profitable by 2023.. Air Arabia Abu Dhabi will operate out of Abu Dhabi International Airport