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Net Zero Roadmaps

Access and download the executive summary and all the net zero roadmaps (pdf).
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Finance

Detailed view of the required investments to reach net zero CO2 emissions by 2050, and the costs involved to airlines in procuring the new solutions.
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Policy

About the importance of strategic policy sequencing and addresses the need for global collaboration, including beyond the aviation sector.
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Aircraft Technology (pdf)

About the development of more efficient aircraft and engines.
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Energy and New Fuels Infrastructure (pdf)

Renewable energy plays a vital role in meeting the aviation sector's energy demand.
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Operations (pdf)

About the opportunities for reducing emissions and improving energy efficiency by improving the way existing aircraft are operated.

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Climate Regulatory Frameworks
Climate Regulatory Frameworks
Comparing internationally agreed schemes for air transport and maritime decarbonization.
Conventional Aviation Fuel and the Energy Transition
Conventional Aviation Fuel and the Energy Transition
SAF could be a viable substitute to diversify the energy supply, in addition to its central role in the decarbonization of air transport.
The non-CO2 climate co-benefit of SAF and other fuels with low aromatic and sulfur content
The non-CO2 climate co-benefit of SAF and other fuels with low aromatic and sulfur content
Current scientific knowledge and challenges.
Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) Technologies
Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) Technologies
An overview of the different methods for capturing and storing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
Hydrogen for Aviation (pdf)
Hydrogen for Aviation (pdf)
This document is an introductory-level explainer on the use of hydrogen to power civilian aircraft to reduce the environmental impact of aviation.
Concept of Operations of Battery and Hydrogen-Powered Aircraft at Aerodromes (pdf)
Concept of Operations of Battery and Hydrogen-Powered Aircraft at Aerodromes (pdf)
The Concept of Operations (CONOPS) outlines how hydrogen and battery-powered aircraft will integrate into airports, supporting aviation’s Net Zero CO₂ by 2050 goal.
SAF Accounting & Reporting Methodology
SAF Accounting & Reporting Methodology
The IATA Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) accounting and reporting methodology is a comprehensive framework that ensures an accurate, consistent, and transparent accounting of emissions reduction from SAF use.
Access to SAF in Europe - Effects of ReFuelEU Aviation (RFEUA)
Access to SAF in Europe - Effects of ReFuelEU Aviation (RFEUA)
The recent entry into force of ReFuelEU for Aviation (RFEUA) in January 2025 is already presenting significant challenges to aircraft operators in Europe.
Guidance Document for Host Countries Concerning the Issuance of CORSIA EEUs (pdf)
Guidance Document for Host Countries Concerning the Issuance of CORSIA EEUs (pdf)
This guidance document provides State Parties under UNFCCC with a comprehensive overview of CORSIA emissions unit criteria.
CORSIA - Letter of Authorization Template (pdf)
CORSIA - Letter of Authorization Template (pdf)
Template of a Letter of Authorization to authorize ITMOs for International Mitigation Purposes: CORSIA.
ReFuelEU Aviation Handbook (pdf)
ReFuelEU Aviation Handbook (pdf)
This Handbook on ReFuelEU Aviation aims to assist airlines navigate the regulation and its requirements, and facilitate compliance.
SAF Handbook
SAF Handbook
This handbook provides guidance to address the main challenges that airlines are faced with when it comes to buying SAF.
CORSIA Handbook (pdf)
CORSIA Handbook (pdf)
This handbook is intended to provide information to airlines on the main elements of CORSIA and on requirements to comply with the scheme.
Reassessing Single-Use Plastic Products in the Airline Sector
Reassessing Single-Use Plastic Products in the Airline Sector
The airline sector faces challenges associated with improved cabin waste performance and the replacement of SUPP with sustainable alternatives.
Aviation Contrails and their Climate Effect (pdf)
Aviation Contrails and their Climate Effect (pdf)
This report addresses the urgent need to further understand and mitigate the formation of persistent warming contrails.
A Reflection on Policies Used to Support the Creation of New Renewable Energy Markets
A Reflection on Policies Used to Support the Creation of New Renewable Energy Markets
This report provides an analysis of the policies used to create the wind and solar energy markets.
Understanding SAF Sustainability Certification
Understanding SAF Sustainability Certification
This report aims to provide clear guidance on the requirements and criteria for SAF sustainability certification.
Access to Fuel Infrastructure as an Enabler for Aviation’s Decarbonization
Access to Fuel Infrastructure as an Enabler for Aviation’s Decarbonization
There are many hurdles that need to be overcome on the road to aviation’s decarbonization, the most urgent of which is to ramp up the production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
Heightened Policy Uncertainty
Heightened Policy Uncertainty
We look at key risks to the global economy and to air transportation in this qualitative assessment of likelihood of occurrences and potential impacts of a selection of events.
Beginners Guide to Airline Sustainability Reporting (pdf)
Beginners Guide to Airline Sustainability Reporting (pdf)
This handbook is primarily designed to assist airlines in starting to plan and prepare their first sustainability reports.

Sustainability Fact Sheets

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Sustainability Manuals

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