Airlines and Transportation
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- Air New Zealand launches environmental programs for customers
- Virgin Atlantic 747 flies from London Heathrow using biofuel
- Enterprise sets Precedence of Green Rentals with Carbon Offset Program
- Enterprise partners with TerraPass for Carbon Offsets
- Airbus, JetBlue form partnership to develop sustainable biofuels
Air travel industry tracks climate change online
Enviro.aero highlights the technology, operations and infrastructure efficiencies that are both in research as well as in production throughout the globe, providing feedback to the public on the effects the industry has on climate change as well as other environmental factors.
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Fresno Yosemite International Airport celebrates largest solar airport installation in the country
Fresno Yosemite International Airport along with WorldWater & Solar Technologies Corp. commemorate the opening of the largest solar airport installation to date in the U.S.
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Go green and save with top Amtrak rail routes
Travelers looking to “go green” and see the country need not look further than a train vacation from Vacations by Rail. The Chicago-based specialty travel company selling independent travel and group train tours and vacations around the world offers an array of exciting Amtrak train vacations for every interest along the most popular train routes in the United States.
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Next-generation Prius to get solar panels
Due to a demand for “green”, fuel-efficient vehicles, rumor has it that Toyota plans to offer solar panel options on its popular Prius model, due out next year.
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More car rental and limousines going hybrid
In the midst of ever-rising gas prices. both companies and individuals alike are increasingly choosing hybrid vehicles as their service of choice, due to a jump in offerings from various agencies.
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Athens International Airport commemorates World Environment Day
Athens International Airport has announced two new environmental projects in line with this year’s World Environment Day, supporting local educational initiatives that promote environmental activities and studies.
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‘Jetting to Green’ - JetBlue Airways’ new green initiatives
The Jetting to Green program offers JetBlue’s customers the opportunity to offset CO2 emissions generated by their travel.
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Thai Thinks “Green” to Help the Earth
Thai Airways has initiated projects to support and create increased awareness amongst the company’s employees in the areas of environmental awareness and climate change.
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Airbus, JetBlue form partnership to develop sustainable biofuels
Airbus has teamed with engine manufacturer International Aero Engines, Honeywell Aerospace, UOP and US low-cost airline JetBlue Airways to pursue development in second-generation biofuels. Airbus believes such fuels could provide up to 30 percent of all jet fuel by 2030.
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IATA Welcomes Shorter Route Over China
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has welcomed the implementation of a new air route over China that will reduce air traffic congestion during the Beijing Olympics.
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Airline emissions still higher than previously thought
A recent study revealed that airlines are spewing 20% more CO2 into the atmosphere than previously suggested, with total emissions set to reach between 1.2 billion and 1.5 billion tons per year by 2025.
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ATA Releases Guidelines for a commitment to Alternative Jet Fuel
In the wake of rising fuel prices, energy security and environmental concerns, the Air Transport Association of America (ATA) has released a set of guiding principles for reducing carbon output, conserving fuel and finding jet fuel alternatives.
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