Policy clash: can projected aviation growth be reconciled with the UK Government's 60% carbon reduction policy?

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    Abstract

    In 2004, the UK's aviation industry emitted an estimated 9.8 MtC; a figure that, without direct intervention, is projected to rise to 16–21 MtC by 2030 according to the UK Government. As the UK's 60% carbon-reduction target approaches, so aviation is likely to become a dominant carbon-emitting sector. This paper calculates the proportion of carbon emissions resulting from the Government's projected aviation growth in relation to a contracting carbon budget. It concludes that the Government must urgently address today's very high levels of growth in emissions within the industry, and ensure future growth can be reconciled with the Government's own carbon targets.
    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)103-110
    Number of pages8
    JournalTransport Policy
    Volume14
    Issue number2
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - Mar 2007

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