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How airlines are lessening their environmental impact and which airlines are most green

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Is it possible for airlines to become Eco-friendly?  According to the cranky flier, “American Airlines supposedly flew their plane from Chicago to London with only five passengers.”  Seriously?  Wouldn’t it just make sense to merge other flights that are flying from Chicago to London from different time departures?  Sure, everyone has a schedule but this most definitely impacts the environment negatively especially flying back and forth with hardly any passengers on board.  Sounds like a waste doesn’t it?

Green air online, says that “airlines are looking into commercial use of renewable fuel sources that can reduce greenhouse gas emissions.”  Though I don’t know if all airlines are on board, it would be a good thing for all airlines to look into.  We know that dirty airplanes can contribute to pollution problems so maybe if the take the extra step for cleaner planes, this cut could down on the negative impact to the environment significantly.

Are there airlines that are more green than others?  Let’s take a brief look at the airlines trying to make a positive impact on the environment, you may be surprised:

Green Airlines

  • Continental Airlines- This airline has recently replaced most of their planes with energy efficient planes. 
  • Easy Jet Airlines- Easy Jet has claimed to of reduced their mono-nitrogen oxide emissions by 25 percent making them an eco-friendly airline.
  • Lufthansa Airlines- They have been using alternative fuel sources for the past 12 years according to seat guru.
  • Virgin Atlantic- This admirable airline was the very first to use a biofuel-powered commercial aircraft. 

Here is a brief list of airlines currently testing biofuels for a more positive impact on the environment according to seat guru:

  • Air New Zealand
  • Continental
  • Japan Airlines (JAL)
  • JetBlue
  • Lufthansa
  • Virgin Atlantic

Which airline do you prefer when it comes to flying the skies eco-friendly style?

Source: SeatGuru.com, Greenaironline.com, and Crankyflier.com  (Hyperlinks are currently not working, sorry for the inconvenience)

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