Sustainable, Plant-Based Jet Fuel Could Reduce Emissions by 68%

Good News Notes: “Replacing petroleum-based aviation fuel with sustainable aviation fuel derived from a type of mustard plant can reduce carbon emissions by up to 68%, according to new research from University of Georgia scientist Puneet Dwivedi. Dwivedi led a team that estimated the break-even price and life cycle carbon emissions of sustainable aviation fuel…

What exactly is ‘sustainable’ about Amazon’s new jet fuel?

Good News Notes:  “Amazon’s fleet of aircraft, which is soon to surpass 80 Boeings, enables the e-commerce giant to deliver everything from dog food to Dysons within two days. It’s an impressive logistical feat, but it comes with a heavy carbon footprint — and is particularly conspicuous given the company’s recent pledge to achieve net-zero emissions…

COVID Won’t Affect JetBlue’s Sustainability Plans

 Good News Notes: “President and COO of JetBlue, Joanna Geraghty, has doubled down on the airline’s commitment to becoming a more sustainable business. Despite the challenges presented by the coronavirus pandemic, she says JetBlue has not lost sight of its ambitious sustainability goals.” “US low-cost airline JetBlue has been very vocal about its commitment to…