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European airlines urge EU to pull back on climate policies

Last updated: March 27, 2025 5:20 am
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Europe’s airlines are pushing back against the EU’s environmental regulations, signaling a significant shift for an industry grappling with decarbonization challenges. The leaders of 17 airlines, including Ryanair, British Airways, Lufthansa, and Air France-KLM, have urged the EU to reevaluate a rule that mandates fuel suppliers at airports to provide a portion of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for departing flights.

The chief executives of these airlines also called for a review of the EU carbon pricing rules for aviation, suggesting that the regulations should be relaxed to align with a more cost-effective global standard. Carsten Spohr, CEO of Lufthansa, emphasized the need for swift revisions to EU regulations to support the industry’s sustainability efforts.

Pressure from business groups to ease sustainability measures in order to enhance European companies’ competitiveness, particularly in light of the deregulation initiatives in the US under President Donald Trump, has prompted the EU to consider revising some of its green policies. The EU’s economic competitiveness commissioner recently hinted at potential adjustments to accommodate industry concerns.

During a meeting of the trade body Airlines for Europe (A4E) in Brussels, airline executives proposed delaying the implementation of rules that require fuel companies to supply airlines with an increasing amount of sustainable aviation fuel annually. While SAFs can significantly reduce carbon emissions from flights, they are pricier and in limited supply compared to traditional fossil fuels.

Luis Gallego, CEO of IAG, highlighted the challenges posed by the current regulatory framework, emphasizing the need for flexibility in meeting sustainability targets. The CEOs also criticized oil majors for scaling back the supply of renewable fuels, which hinders their ability to comply with existing mandates.

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Ryanair’s Michael O’Leary pointed out the discrepancies between the UK’s mandate for 10% SAF usage by 2030 and the current supply constraints, suggesting that adjustments may be necessary. He advocated for aligning the EU Emissions Trading Scheme with the global aviation industry’s Corsia system to create a level playing field for consumers in Europe.

However, concerns have been raised about the effectiveness of Corsia, with some experts warning that the system may undermine the EU’s climate policies by offering cheap offsets that do not adequately price carbon emissions. Environmental advocates, like Diane Vitry from Transport and Environment, have criticized airlines for embracing anti-green trends that could disappoint environmentally-conscious consumers.

Despite the industry’s challenges in transitioning to sustainable practices, there is a growing recognition of the need for a more transparent and informed debate on decarbonization. As fuel companies shift focus from renewable fuels to fossil fuel production and aircraft manufacturers like Airbus face delays in hydrogen-powered aircraft development, stakeholders like Carsten Spohr stress the importance of honest discussions to address the complex realities of achieving net-zero emissions in aviation.

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