The airline aiming for net zero 22 years before the industry target

In this episode, we talk to Maarten Koopmans, Managing Director of KLM Cityhopper about KLM’s bold gambit in utilising regional aviation as a testbed for its overall sustainability strategy. 

KLM Cityhopper, the regional subsidiary of the Dutch airline KLM, has an ambitious and focused vision for reaching net zero this decade itself. While discussing the sustainability challenges in the aviation industry, Koopmans also acknowledges the significant role of climate activists and changing consumer behaviours. 

Koopmans emphasises the importance of people, particularly the young generation, in driving change and encourages them to join companies like KLM. Most importantly, Koopmans stresses the necessity of narrowing one’s focus in order to achieve tangible results. So how exactly does KLM Cityhopper intend to get to net zero by 2028? Listen to our episode and find out.

If you LOVED this episode, you’ll also love the conversation we had with SkyTeam Alliance’s CEO Patrick Roux who outlines the alliance’s role in enabling airlines’ net zero journey. Check it out here.

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Links & More:

KLM Group’s CO2 emission reduction targets for 2030 approved by SBTi - KLM 

KLM completes inaugural Sustainable Flight Challenge using GE Jet Engines - The GE Aerospace Blog. 

Sustainable Flight Challenge: KLM and KLM Cityhopper to LA and Trondheim - Bluebiz 

KLM doubles sustainable fuel surcharge to cover cost of more SAF - Runway Girl Network 

KLM starts collaboration with AeroDelft student team: building a hydrogen plane - KLM 

KLM to officially launch rail-air service between Brussels and Amsterdam – Business Traveller 

Why SkyTeam believes the world needs “conscious travel” - SimpliFlying