Air travel is a major contributor to environmental degradation. It consumes vast amounts of fuel and produces significant greenhouse gases. Understanding these impacts is the first step toward mitigating them.
Flying contributes to climate change through the emission of carbon dioxide (CO₂) and other pollutants. Airplanes emit CO₂, nitrogen oxides (NOₓ), sulfur oxides (SOₓ), and water vapor. These emissions not only trap heat in the atmosphere but also lead to the formation of contrails and cirrus clouds, which further exacerbate global warming.
Moreover, aviation’s reliance on fossil fuels means that as air travel increases, so does its environmental footprint. The sector is responsible for approximately 2% of global CO₂ emissions, a figure that is expected to rise with the rebound in travel post-pandemic.
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