(TAN): Virgin Australia has committed to a target of Net Zero Emissions by 2050, underpinned by practical, innovative initiatives designed to build from the airline’s historical efforts in sustainability.
Speaking at the IATA Sustainable Aviation Fuel Symposium on November 4, Virgin Australia CEO Jayne Hrdlicka acknowledged the role aviation has to play in reducing global emissions and committed Virgin Australia to a Net Zero by 2050 target.
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“We’ve all got an obligation to do the very best job we can at protecting the environment and protecting our futures,” Hrdlicka said. “I really don’t think we have a choice but to commit to Net Zero emissions by 2050. We’re passionate about this, we absolutely intend to be successful at it.”
The 2050 commitment and pathway will complement Virgin Australia’s existing sustainability measures, including having been the first airline in Australia to test Sustainable Aviation Fuel in the supply chain.
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