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Air traffic: Greater efficiency could lead to a higher reduction in emissions

Maximizing efficiency could theoretically save up to three quarters of emissions in global passenger air traffic. Scientists consider the potential to be “under-researched.”

Kai Schöneberg
08. January 2026
Airplanes at Schiphol Airport. Airlines are canceling flights due to the wintry conditions that have persisted for days. MICHEL VAN BERGEN ANP
Aircraft at Amsterdam Schiphol airport on Wednesday. (IMAGO / ANP)

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Last updated: 08. January 2026

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