Air New Zealand Drops 2030 Carbon Emission Goals Amid Challenges

Air New Zealand has abandoned its 2030 carbon emissions reduction targets, citing delays in new aircraft production, lack of alternative fuel, and challenging regulatory settings. This marks a significant reversal from its earlier commitments to the UN's Science Based Targets Initiative. The airline remains committed to net zero emissions by 2050.

Air New Zealand has scrapped its 2030 carbon emissions reduction targets, pointing to delays in the production of new planes, a shortage of alternative fuels, and challenging regulatory settings.

In a reversal of its earlier commitments to the UN Science Based Targets Initiative, the airline's update highlights the significant hurdles in meeting the Paris Agreement on emissions reductions. Air New Zealand had previously pledged a 28.9% reduction in carbon emissions from a 2019 baseline by 2030.

The airline remains committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050. CEO Greg Foran stated that new near-term targets will be established to better reflect current challenges.

(With inputs from agencies.)