Bristol Airport in the UK is on track to being a carbon neutral airport four years ahead of schedule. Originally the airport had planned to become carbon neutral by 2025 but now intends on achieving that goal before the end of 2021. In addition, it is pushing ahead with plans to become the first net zero airport in the UK by 2030, 20 years ahead of the government’s target date.

The gateway to the UK’s southwest has made three key commitments: to be a net zero airfield, with net zero buildings and to operate a net zero fleet of vehicles.

“Decarbonising aviation is an enormous challenge that requires multi-disciplinary global action from across the entire ecosystem, working together towards common goals and with robust policies in place. Embracing technological innovation will be key and as the industry develop solutions, working early with ambitious partners to test and validate these will be fundamental to their implementation and success,” said James Richmond, Advanced Air Mobility Lead at Atkins, which is leading a consortium exploring the use of air taxi services in the South West using eVTOL aircraft. “The work we’re doing today with Bristol Airport is a great example of this and we look forward to jointly shaping the future of flight.”

Commenting on Bristol Airport’s net zero ambitions,  Dave Lees, CEO at Bristol Airport added: “Today is another milestone in looking towards the future showcasing how businesses in the region collaborating together using the latest technology and innovative solutions will meet decarbonisation targets. The aviation industry is taking its responsibilities seriously in addressing climate change challenges, working together to create the solutions now and in the future.”

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