Net Zero Aviation

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Why is a net zero aviation sector needed?

Emissions from the sector has increased 2-fold since 2000. In 2018, the sector logged 1 billion tonnes of emission.
According to Climate Action Tracker, the aviation sector has been critically insufficient with regards to climate performance.
At the same time, climate change is worsening and leading to extreme weather events around the world.
Following the loosening of COVID-19 pandemic-induced restrictions, international air travel is expected to rebound and the emissions from the sector is expected to increase dramatically.

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