Aviation Regulatory

Understanding the Latest CORSIA Update The International Civil Aviation Organization has released the CORSIA Annual Sector’s Growth Factor (SGF) for 2024, Fourth edition (October 2025), setting the foundation for how nations and operators will calculate carbon offset obligations. The SGF for 2024 stands at 0.15948315, reflecting the difference between 2024’s total […]

A Defining Year for Sustainable Aviation The European Commission has published its 2025 list of Union airports that fall within the scope of the ReFuelEU Aviation regulation. This annual update marks a critical checkpoint in Europe’s path toward cleaner air travel. The listed airports, from Frankfurt to Athens and from

A Fresh Update from ReFuelEU Aviation The European Commission has released the updated list of aircraft operators in scope of the ReFuelEU Aviation regulation for the 2025 reporting period. This marks an important checkpoint in Europe’s ongoing journey toward cleaner, more sustainable air transport. The updated register includes hundreds of

A New Phase for Transport Emissions The European Commission’s updated ETS2 guidance marks a pivotal moment for the transport and building sectors. By broadening the carbon pricing mechanism, the new phase aims to capture emissions more effectively and promote cleaner practices across road transport and fuel supply chains. Key Takeaways

Understanding the Opportunity Biomass has long been seen as a renewable energy source with the potential to replace fossil fuels. It comes from organic material like crops, wood, and residues that can be converted into energy. However, the discussion often focuses too narrowly on the challenges, such as land use

The European Commission and EUROCONTROL have introduced NEATS, the Non CO2 Aviation Effects Tracking System. This innovative tool takes aviation sustainability a step further by addressing climate impacts beyond carbon dioxide emissions. How NEATS Works NEATS allows aircraft operators to upload primary data such as flight trajectories, engine identifiers, aircraft

Regulatory Update: September 2025 On 17 September 2025, the European Commission released an updated list of aviation fuel suppliers falling under the scope of ReFuelEU Aviation for the 2025 reporting period. This update is a crucial step in advancing the EU’s strategy to drive sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) deployment. Broad

Understanding Climate Risks and Building Aviation Resilience The Growing Challenge of Climate Change Climate change is reshaping the global aviation landscape. Rising temperatures, shifting precipitation patterns, and increasingly frequent extreme weather events present risks to aviation infrastructure, operations, and long-term business continuity. While the aviation sector has historically adapted to

A New Phase in Global Aviation Climate Strategy The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) has released the 6th edition of its CORSIA States for Chapter 3 State Pairs list, confirming that 130 countries will participate in the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) starting 1 January 2026.

Seventh Edition Introduces New Methodologies and Emission Factors The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) has published the seventh edition of its regulatory guidance on default life cycle emissions values under the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA). This update, approved in June 2025, introduces a series of

6th Edition Introduces Expanded GHG Reduction Framework In June 2025, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) released the 6th edition of the CORSIA Methodology for Calculating Actual Life Cycle Emissions Values, marking a significant evolution in its approach to aviation fuel emissions accounting. This latest update strengthens the Carbon Offsetting

Introduction of Fourth Edition Standards In June 2025, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) released the fourth edition of its CORSIA Sustainability Criteria for CORSIA Eligible Fuels, refining the regulatory framework to align with evolving climate and sustainability goals. The updated document plays a critical role in supporting Annex 16,

Introduction to the Update In June 2025, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) released the 4th edition of its Eligibility Framework and Requirements for Sustainability Certification Schemes (SCS) under the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA). The revised document introduces stricter oversight mechanisms to enhance credibility, transparency,

A Strategic Step Toward Integrated Climate Action Background: Strengthening Market-Based Climate Solutions Since the launch of the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS), the European Union has led the global push for carbon pricing as a key tool to combat greenhouse gas emissions. The UK, after establishing its own ETS