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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF)

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The Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) campaigns on aviation’s impacts for people and the environment, including climate change, noise and air pollution.

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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 10h
Why should aviation get a bigger share of the carbon budget? Other sectors are decarbonising, but aviation is projected to become the UK’s largest emitting sector by 2040. Is this fair?
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
🚨🗣️ Final call! Protect communities from more noise and air pollution, and help keep aviation's emissions within safe limits. Say no to Heathrow 3rd Runway. Drop by booth G5 at the Labour Party Conference to discuss the issue with AEF’s @chadceleste.bsky.social and Bertie Lloyd.
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Do carbon offsets work? New report for the European Commission estimates that over 60% of carbon offsets eligible for use under ICAO offsetting scheme for international aviation, CORSIA, have a very high likelihood of not reducing emissions. 1/4 euperspectives.eu/2026/09/cors...
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Your future flight could cost more as new study questions airlines’ carbon credits - EU Perspectives
EU study finds most CORSIA carbon credits may fail to cut emissions, raising questions over future aviation costs and rules.
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Climate Change Committee @thecccuk.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
✈️ The Committee’s advice to the UK Government on proposed Heathrow Airport expansion is now live. 📄Read the full report: www.theccc.org.uk/publication/advice-to-the-uk-government-on-proposed-heathrow-airport-expansion/
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
NEW ADVICE from the Climate Change Committee has told the Government that it can’t go ahead with an expansion with Heathrow and expect to meet the UK’s legally binding climate commitments on the basis that aviation is simply decarbonising too slowly. www.theccc.org.uk/publication/...
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Advice to the UK Government on proposed Heathrow Airport expansion - Climate Change Committee
This advice responds to a request from the UK Government Department for Transport. The request asks for the…
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
New T&E study: expansions at 20 of Europe's biggest airports blow the 1.7°C carbon budget by up to three times. They call for Governments to halt airport expansions where they exceed fair-share carbon budgets www.transportenvironment.org/articles/rec...
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Reckless expansion plans blow past European airports carbon limits
A new T&E study finds expansions across twenty of Europe's largest airports overshoot the 1.7 °C emissions budget by up to three times
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
AEF stands with over twenty groups calling for an independent ombudsman to oversee airspace design decisions. As the UK undergoes a complete redesign of its airspace, a fair system for communities to have their say has never mattered more. www.sussexexpress.co.uk/news/environ...
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Communities could face ‘worst of both worlds’ under new aviation bill, say campaigners
Campaigners opposed to airport expansion and excess aviation noise delivered a letter to the Prime Minister saying communities must have a say in major changes to airspace that could impact hundreds o...
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
AEF was proud to support to @noairportexp.bsky.social as they demonstrated their opposition to airport expansion in the UK. Unchecked growth in an industry far off track in terms of decarbonisation is not just irresponsible, it's dangerous.
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Admitting that aviation emissions are likely to balloon to 50% higher than projected while also greenlighting rapid airport expansion across the UK is a risky and dangerous approach to keeping within climate targets. 1/4 www.carbonbrief.org/uk-aviation-...
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UK aviation emissions to be 50% higher than thought by 2050, government admits - Carbon Brief
The Labour government has signalled its support for a contentious third runway at Heathrow airport, with a final planning decision expected by 2029.
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Why are we expanding an airport only to have to throttle the demand because of its emissions? @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social asks THE big question about whether expanding Heathrow makes any sense. 1/4
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
The case for Heathrow Expansion has never been weaker. This is what our policy manager, @chadceleste.bsky.social, will be explaining to the Transport Select Committee today. You can watch her expert testimony live at 4 pm using the link below 👇 parliamentlive.tv/event/index/...
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Trains not planes 🚂 💚 Now would be a great time for the new Government to throw out the climate-wrecking Heathrow third-runway plan, and focus on what the public actually want: more international trains.
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T&E UK @transenvuk.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
London is Europe’s busiest city for air travel. But after experiencing Europe’s worst summer on record and amid growing concern about climate change, more Brits are calling for increased rail connections abroad, not more flights. See the poll results ➡️ bit.ly/4yhnHrh
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Three times more Brits support reopening international rail stations…
Europe’s leading advocates for clean transport & energy
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
“Like pouring petrol on a raging wildfire” New report from @tyndallcentre.bsky.social argues that every aviation scenario the UK Gov has published overshoots the carbon budget Parliament has legislated, before a third runway at Heathrow is even taken into account. www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/heat...
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Heathrow expansion would make UK ‘overshoot’ climate targets, report suggests
New modelling says UK aviation industry is already forecast to exceed limits in the seventh carbon budget, even before third runway is built
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
“Residents should not be forced to accept life-changing flight path changes imposed over their homes with no independent appeal,” said Tim Johnson, AEF’s director. www.sussexexpress.co.uk/news/politic...
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‘Not about opposing aviation’ - Campaigners taken Gatwick concerns to Downing Street
Campaigners concerned about the impact of flight path changes around Gatwick have taken their case directly to Downing Street, calling for an independent body to oversee decisions affecting communitie...
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Several orgs have raised concerns over the lack of Government guarantees on rail + road transport infrastructure needed to support Heathrow's proposed third runway, warning risk of "severe congestion with detrimental economic and environmental impacts." www.newcivilengineer.com/latest/heath...
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Heathrow expansion policy statement scrutinised for not assuring delivery of rail links | New Civil Engineer
The HENPS, also referred to as the Airports National Policy Statement (ANPS), is the statutory framework that guides planning decisions for increasing
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
The UK’s airspace is about to go through the biggest overhaul in 50 years. AEF supports @cagnegatwick.bsky.social's call for an independent ombudsman that would step in if flight path changes have lasting effects on their local communities, health and quality of life.
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Campaign against Climate Change @campaigncc.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
The Heathrow consultation closes at midnight today (Tuesday)! The quickest way to respond is via this e-action by @wearepossible.bsky.social 👇
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Join us in saying 'NO' to Heathrow’s third runway — Possible
One simple thing you can do right now to protect our our health, our NHS, and our climate, is to send a response to the open public consultation stating that you oppose Heathrow Airport’s recklesss ex...
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
This summer's heatwaves and wildfires are real signs of the climate emergency. Transport emits more carbon than any other sector. AEF + 50 other orgs call on Government to fulfil its promise to set a national trajectory for sustained modal shift. bettertransport.org.uk/media/more-t...
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More than 50 organisations sign joint statement calling for urgent action on transport as extreme heat exposes Britain's climate vulnerability - Campaign for Better Transport
A joint statement by the coalition says: “This summer’s heatwaves and wildfires are immediate, real-world manifestations of the climate emergency. The need for action is urgent. Transport is responsib...
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Join @gaccenvironment.bsky.social for their sponsored walk around the airport and see a different side to the area. Including woodland wildlife and reservoirs. 1/2
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
🚨🚨Less than a week to go before the close of the consultation on the draft Heathrow Expansion National Policy Statement. Have your say 🗣️📢 1/4 www.gov.uk/government/c...
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Draft Heathrow Expansion National Policy Statement: consultation on proposed amendments
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Flight Free UK @flightfreeuk.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
New upcoming online event! Why Fly for Wildlife? Iain Green, Christof Middeke and Amy Bray will explore the importance of supporting wildlife tourism through sustainable travel. Join us on Zoom on Thursday 24th September, 7pm! Tickets are free: tickettailor.com/events/flightfreeuk/2233645
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Taxing flying more could mean free buses for all, according to the @ucl's Institute for Global Prosperity. A fully costed reform programme that increases APD by an average of £26 on European flights would generate £8bn a year. www.politicshome.com/opinion/arti...
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A new social contract starts with free buses
Andy Burnham is right to say that this is the last chance for the government to show it can deliver. That's why he needs to be bolder.
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Heathrow's cost evidence is "selective, inconsistent and not robust enough" to justify such a major national commitment, argue International Airlines Group. They warn that the proposed expansion would make the airport too expensive for airlines to use. www.standard.co.uk/news/london/...
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Richard Branson's Virgin Atlantic leads airlines slamming Heathrow third runway case
‘Heathrow is already the most expensive airport in the world for airlines to use, and expansion risks driving charges up to the point where the hub becomes unaffordable,’ British Airways’ parent compa...
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Friends of the Earth @friends-earth.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Why is the government backing plans for a third runway at Heathrow when we're in a climate crisis and local people will suffer the consequences? Say NO to a third runway at Heathrow! Head to the link in our bio to add your name today. #heathrow #climatecrisis #climateemergency #heathrowexpansion
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
The US has a mandate to phase-out leaded fuel in general aviation - why doesn’t the UK? Interesting article covering the challenge of rolling out un-leaded fuel for vintage planes to curb the use of leaded-kerosene before the 2030 ban. insideclimatenews.org/news/1808202...
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The Clock Is Ticking on Leaded Aviation Fuel - Inside Climate News
Congress has called for eliminating leaded aviation gasoline by 2030, but an aging fleet and distribution hurdles could complicate the transition.
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
The Eurostar monopoly ends for the first time since 1994. Virgin has been awarded a contract to run Channel Tunnel train services from 2030. The tunnel is currently only at ~50% capacity — more competition should mean more capacity and connections. www.businesstravelnewseurope.com/Ground-Trans...
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Virgin Trains granted HS1 track access for cross-Channel services
Virgin Trains has received pre-approval for track access from the UK rail regulator to operate up to 20 daily international services between London and mainland Europe from 2030, challenging Eurostar ...
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T&E @transportenvironment.org · 18/08/2026
In seven EU countries, aviation’s climate impact – considering both CO2 and non-CO2 effects – is now higher than cars. The growth in aviation emissions threatens to cancel out gains made elsewhere by EV uptake and jeopardise Europe’s successes. Check out the state of EU aviation ➡️ bit.ly/4bNNbD0
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Should airlines be able to claim ‘carbon neutrality’ through using offsets? An American judge thinks no. Amongst other ‘misleading claims’ Delta was criticised for saying “Carbon Neutral Since March 2020” 😵 skift.com/2026/08/17/d...
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Lawsuit Against Delta Raises a Bigger Question: How Airlines Use Carbon Offsets
A judge rejected Delta Air Lines’ bid to dismiss a lawsuit over its prior advertising claims of carbon neutrality, adding fresh scrutiny on how airlines
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
"Sustainability [of SAF] has to be earned and demonstrated, not just assumed," says Tim Johnson, AEF director. Alternative fuels alone won't decarbonise aviation — we also need to pause airport expansion and increase carbon levies. www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
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Europe Widens Its Lead Over US, Asia in Switch to Cleaner Jet Fuel
The owner of British Airways, Aer Lingus and Iberia purchased more sustainable aviation fuel last year than all US airlines combined.
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Coach travel is cheaper & more sustainable than flying, but slower. The charity Possible is calling on govts, employers & unions to adopt Sustainable Travel Leave (STL) — extra paid leave for staff to travel by slower, lower-carbon transport on holiday. theecologist.org/2026/aug/12/...
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
“The government is weakening protection for people living under flight paths. This is particularly concerning given the additional 276,000 flights a year that proposed expansion at Heathrow would bring,” said Paul Beckford, Policy Director at @hacan1.bsky.social 1/2 www.thetimes.com/article/81ff...
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Flight noise limits to be relaxed, saving carbon and travel time
Thousands of households face extra noise pollution as ministers prioritise shorter, greener and sometimes louder routes
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
"If air travel was priced properly to reflect its impact on the planet, then we might find that people actually start questioning their need for travel," argues former pilot, Geoff Collis, as he talks through his decision to stop flying because of climate concerns. www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08...
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Quitting dream job over climate fears a 'no-brainer' for former pilot
Geoff Collis spent 40 years flying high in the sky, but left his dream job to become a baker due to concerns about his role in a warming climate.
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Two new publications for those interested in aircraft noise and airspace navigation in the UK ✈️ 🇬🇧 First, the Department for Transport (DfT) has published a study on the socio-economic impacts of night flying. 1/4 www.gov.uk/government/p...
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Socio-economic impacts of night flying study
Estimates the economic and social welfare impacts of night flights and how this would be impacted by changes to UK night flying policy.
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
“Supporting airport expansion would be plane crazy. Hopefully Mr Burnham will get off to a flying start by ditching this disastrous scheme.” The case for Heathrow has never been weaker: the Government’s own evidence undermines it. labourlist.org/2026/08/heat...
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'Heathrow expansion: flying in the face of reason' - LabourList
Supporting airport expansion would be plane crazy. Hopefully Mr Burnham will get off to a flying start by ditching this disastrous scheme.
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Flight Free UK @flightfreeuk.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Respond to the Heathrow consultation with this very useful template from @campaigncc.bsky.social www.campaigncc.org/heathrow_con... The deadline is 1st September. Please help us tell the government there is no room for airport expansion in a climate emergency.
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Take action: Heathrow third runway consultation, deadline 1st September | Campaign against Climate Change
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Climate Adaptation and Restoration Team @clubadaptation.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
Letter: EU carbon pricing rules need to cover all aviation emissions-There is still time for the EU to provide a hint of relief from Europe’s climate-worsened summer of heatwaves, droughts and wildfires, but… www.ft.com/content/4868... James Kershaw @opportunitygreen.org
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Letter: EU carbon pricing rules need to cover all aviation emissions
From James Kershaw, Scientific Manager, Opportunity Green, London EC4, UK
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
💡New figures comparing modes for common journeys happening within the UK. Who comes out on top? According to the Rail Delivery Group, the train is the clear winner. Better in terms of time, money, carbon impact and flexibility🌟 www.raildeliverygroup.com/our-services...
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Will the new Energy Secretary be pushing for a frequent flyer levy? As reported by @theipaper.com, @miattafahnbulleh.bsky.social is the former chief of @neweconomics.bsky.social, which has written several reports on the benefits of taxing aviation more. 1/2 inews.co.uk/news/politic...
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Burnham’s new Energy Secretary backed a frequent flyer tax - here's what she said
Miatta Fahnbulleh led a think-tank that backed a tax to drive down air travel
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
The Government has updated its plans for the revenue certainty mechanism to help the burgeoning Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) industry in the UK. Is it enough? Our analysis👇 www.aef.org.uk/2026/08/04/a...
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AEF response to Government update on the Revenue Certainty Mechanism for the SAF Mandate - Aviation Environment Federation
The Department of Transport has confirmed further details of the mechanism designed to make alternative aviation fuels (also known as SAF) more competitive with traditional kerosene.
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
The Government is consulting on the policy documents underpinning Heathrow expansion. AEF's team has gone through these 1,000+ pages and pulled out key analysis to help you respond. 1/3 www.aef.org.uk/2026/07/22/u...
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Understanding the draft Heathrow Expansion National Policy Statement - Aviation Environment Federation
Key analysis and advice for those sending in a consultation response on the draft Heathrow National Policy Statement (HENPS)
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
If expansion at Heathrow airport goes ahead, thousands of jobs will be sucked from the north of England, while local communities are forced to bear the health impacts of increased noise and air pollution. 1/4 www.theguardian.com/environment/...
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Heathrow expansion would take thousands of jobs from other UK regions, report finds
Airports in England and Wales are likely to lose millions of passengers if third runway goes ahead, DfT economic paper shows
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
There’s no such thing as sustainable airport expansion. 1/3 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Bristol Airport's major changes to reach net zero as EasyJet upgrades aircaft
Campaigners say people just need to fly less amid unbearable heat and wildfires.
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Underambitious or just realistic? Tim Johnson, AEF’s director, tells Kenza Bryan at the FT that the extension of the EU Emissions Trading System to a 5000 km “trades what’s the maximum coverage we can get ... versus the political realities.” www.ft.com/content/4bd6...
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What new EU rules mean for the aviation industry
A clever compromise avoids reigniting Brussels-Washington trade tensions
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Stay Grounded @staygroundednet.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Want to legally challenge airport expansion? ⚖️ Our new toolkit with @opportunitygreen.org maps potential routes in the EU on air quality, biodiversity, climate, and noise - plus examples and resources. Another tool for the fight for #RedLinesForAirports 🙌 ➡️ stay-grounded.org/project/tool...
Toolkit: Legal avenues to challenge airport expansionWhat is included?

▶ How measures like caps or other reductions in airport capacity can be introduced under current EU legislation to inform campaigns for such caps.

▶ Potential legal avenues to challenge new airports andairport expansions.

▶ Provides several case studies from the UK to the Netherlands or Belgium.

This toolkit focuses on EU law. drawing out the most promising routes and avenues for legal campaigns and challenges under the framework.
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Can Doncaster Council reopen its airport and meet its commitment to net zero by 2040?🤔 Very unlikely. And as @ChrisBroome explores, the more you dig in, the murkier the argument in favour of the airport gets. nowthenmagazine.com/articles/reo...
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Reopening Doncaster Sheffield Airport would be a disaster for the climate – despite what its own climate report says
Climate campaigner Chris Broome takes a deep-dive into claims made by the South Yorkshire Mayor that the project is compatible with the region’s “climate emergency”.
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T&E @transportenvironment.org · 29/06/2026
NEW: Increased tourism from air traffic growth is fueling an unaffordable housing crisis across Europe, hitting Southern Europe and Ireland the hardest. Our report with @neweconomics.bsky.social shows how unchecked tourism growth could cause European rent hikes of up to €250 a year ➡️ bit.ly/3Su4qTQ
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
The case for Heathrow expansion has never been weaker. Consultancy AECOM, commissioned by the DfT, has warned technology will not be able mitigate emissions from an expanded Heathrow, such as SAF or carbon removals. www.thechemicalengineer.com/news/saf-ben...
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SAF benefits at risk of being ‘diluted’ by Heathrow expansion, government warned
THE BENEFITS of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) are at risk of being “diluted” by a third runway at London Heathrow Airport, a campaign group has warned, following government research predicting signi...
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Labour Climate and Environment Forum @lcefuk.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
'Climate action can be one of our strongest electoral assets, helping unite the broad coalition required to win a second term. But only if we get the messaging right' - @lukemurphy.bsky.social for @newstatesman1913.bsky.social www.newstatesman.com/spotlight/20...
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Labour must not fear talking about the climate
Climate action can be one of our strongest electoral assets, helping unite the broad coalition required to win a second term. But only if we get the messaging right.
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Aviation Environment Federation (AEF) @theaef.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Today, the @theCCCuk published its annual progress report to Parliament, and it reveals serious deficiencies in the plan to decarbonise aviation 🧵 1/5 www.aef.org.uk/2026/06/24/c...
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Considerable risks remain to the government’s plan to reduce emissions from aviation: CCC warns progress to achieving carbon budgets is under strain - Aviation Environment Federation
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The CCC’s Progress Report 2026 comes just days after the government published its draft planning framework for Heathrow airport expansion which, on current trends, could result i...
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