Climate Change - the unique challenges of the aviation industry

1. Climate Change- the unique challenges of the aviation industry Linden Coppell Environmental Manager Cathay Pacific Airways Ltd. May 2007

2. The Issue…. In 2006... Fuel Burn 3.6 million tonnes CO2 emissions 11.3 million tonnes

3. Relative Contribution of Aviation Global CO2 emissions Aviation 2% Aviation 12% Transport CO2 emissions

4. Perception of the Aviation Industry • Aviation impact is large and significant • It is growing rapidly • The industry is (relatively) inactive

5. Improved fuel efficiency/ reduced wastage Internal managing fuel uplift operational controls fleet management Unique Challenge 1- Changing the Perception

6. Unique Challenge 1- Changing the Perception External • Route management

7. Unique Challenge 2- Planning for a Sustainable Future • Continue with internal innovation / technology improvements • Recognise need to support ground based improvements • Support market based measures - emissions trading - carbon offsetting

8. Cathay Pacific’s Carbon Offset Project An element of carbon management strategy Preparation for mandatory measures Encouraging innovation Local air quality implication

9. Thank you