In partnership with Aerospace Global News, the Official News Partner for SSWS26, check out the latest sustainability news from the world of aerospace. From sustainable airports to hydrogen innovations, here are the top stories from August 2025.
Runways to sustainability: How airports are paving the way to a greener future
From living indoor walls and recycled cigarette butts to solar farms and electric ground power units, airports are embracing sustainable solutions in the race to net zero.
Photo: Edinburgh Airport
Find out more about how airports in Edinburgh, the Gold Coast, Portland, Cagliari and Bengaluru are leading the way in their innovative designs and initiatives.
ZeroAvia bets on high-temperature fuel cells to scale hydrogen flights to Airbus A320 by 2035
Speaking to Aerospace Global News, ZeroAvia CEO Val Miftakhov says the multi-megawatt ZA2000 could power narrowbody aircraft by the mid-2030s, with large turboprops targeted as early as 2029.
Photo: ZeroAvia
Read more about how ZeroAvia are planning to scale their hydrogen-electric propulsion for larger aircraft.
Global SAF push gathers pace with new projects in India, Argentina and Indonesia
New projects give hope that SAF production is scaling up all over the world, but progress is overshadowed by slow starts for dozens of initiatives.
Photo: World Energy
Catch up on progress from across the world with the latest news from SAF producing hubs in India, Argentina and Indonesia.
Fuel savings and smoother flights: Wizz Air rolls out cockpit technology to tackle turbulence and CO2
The Hungarian-headquartered low-cost carrier says the upgrades will give its 2,700 pilots real-time, artificial intelligence-powered tools for optimising flight performance and managing weather conditions, including avoiding turbulence.
Photo: Avtech
Find out about the platforms and software Wizz Air are equipping, including AI-powered tools.
NATS Aviation Index 2025: Air passengers care more about flying than the climate
The NATS Aviation Index 2025, shows public concern over the environmental impact of aviation has declined, while interest in ensuring on-time performance has risen.
Photo: Public Domain Pictures
For the first time, UK air passengers say they care more about punctual flights than cutting emissions.
Read more about public expectations and concerns.
Sustainability News and Event Themes
These key news stories from last month cover several of the key themes of Sustainable Skies World Summit, including Operational Efficiency, Future Flight, and Sustainable Aviation Fuels.
