Best Loganair Podcasts (2025)

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How Microsoft built the corporate playbook for scope 3 decarbonisation 40:49

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In this episode, we speak with Julia Fidler, former Director of Market Development for Energy, Connectivity, and Sustainability at Microsoft, who shares how the company built partnerships that are reshaping corporate approaches to scope 3 emissions. Fidler discusses: How Microsoft’s early carbon fee on scope 1, 2, and 3.6 emissions created the foun…

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How the oneworld BEV Fund is accelerating next generation SAF technologies 46:11

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In this episode, we speak with Matthew Ridley, Director of Sustainability and Innovation at the oneworld Alliance, who shares the story behind the groundbreaking $150 million Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) fund launched in partnership with the alliance’s member airlines and Breakthrough Energy Ventures (BEV). Ridley discusses: The alliance investm…

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From problem to solution: How sargassum seaweed could power sustainable aviation 40:20

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In this episode, we speak with Dr. Mar Fernández-Méndez, founder of MacroCarbon and professor at the University of Bremen, about her journey from Arctic ice researcher to seaweed entrepreneur. Dr. Fernández shares how she's turning pelagic sargassum into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) while creating a carbon-negative process that enhances marine b…

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How Vancouver International Airport is racing to net zero by 2030 53:25

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In this episode, we speak with Tamara Vrooman, CEO of Vancouver International Airport (YVR), who shares how the airport has committed to achieving net zero by 2030, and the detailed roadmap they’ve developed to get there. Vrooman discusses: YVR’s accelerated net zero timeline: How they moved from a 2040 target to 2030 by creating a detailed, measur…

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How Syzygy Plasmonics is turning biogas into cost-competitive sustainable aviation fuel 54:59

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In this episode, we speak with Trevor Best, Co-founder and CEO of Syzygy Plasmonics, who shares how his company’s proprietary photocatalytic technology converts waste biogas into sustainable aviation fuel, and has the potential to reach fossil jet fuel parity. Best discusses: NovaSAF’s unique value proposition: converting biogas from landfills, dai…

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How two young women are revolutionising direct air capture with supercapacitor technology 49:44

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In this episode, we speak with Silvia Pugliese and Monica Larrazabal, co-founders of Norma and the only all-female founding team among the c.150 direct air capture startups operating today. They share how their breakthrough supercapacitor approach could drastically slash the energy requirements of carbon capture. Pugliese and Larrazabal discuss: Ho…

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How OMV is pioneering Europe's sustainable aviation fuel transition 39:22

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In this episode, we speak with Nina Marczell, Senior Vice President of Industrial Sales & Marketing for Fuels & Feedstock at OMV, who shares how the integrated energy company is leading sustainable aviation fuel development from early production to commercial scale across Europe. Marczell discusses: OMV's early-mover advantage, launching SAF produc…

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How ZeroAvia is leading aviation’s transition to hydrogen-electric propulsion 59:06

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In this episode, we speak with Val Miftakhov, CEO and founder of ZeroAvia, who shares how the clean propulsion systems company is championing hydrogen-electric engines that could transform commercial aviation. Miftakhov discusses: ZeroAvia’s vertical integration strategy for developing in-house fuel cells, power electronics, and motors. The company…

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Why Loganair believes regional airlines will lead aviation's sustainable future 51:13

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In this episode, we speak with Luke Farajallah, CEO of Loganair, UK's largest regional airline that operates the world's shortest commercial flight and the only airline globally that lands commercially on a beach. Farajallah discusses: Loganair's unique "fishing in a big pond" approach to sustainable aviation, investing simultaneously in SAF, hybri…

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How Electra aims to bring sustainable air travel to communities everywhere 40:06

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In this episode, we speak with Marc Allen, CEO of Electra.aero, who shares how the hybrid-electric aircraft company is using its patented blown-lift technology to make regional air travel more accessible. Electra is one of the visionary companies featured in our new book Sustainability in the Air: Volume Two. You can learn more about the book and o…

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Why Twelve believes power-to-liquids will revolutionise sustainable aviation fuel production 33:42

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In this episode, we speak with Etosha Cave, Co-Founder and Chief Science Officer of Twelve, who shares how the carbon transformation company harnesses carbon dioxide from industrial waste streams to produce efuels. Twelve is one of the visionary companies featured in our new book Sustainability in the Air: Volume Two. You can learn more about the b…

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Why IAG believes sustainable aviation requires both collaboration and competition 50:25

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In this episode, we speak with Aaron Robinson, Vice President of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) at the International Airlines Group (IAG), which has become the top airline globally for SAF use. IAG is one of the visionary companies featured in our new book Sustainability in the Air: Volume Two. You can learn more about the book and order a copy he…

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How the GBTA aims to align corporate travel demand with aviation sustainability goals 46:52

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In this episode, we speak with Suzanne Neufang, CEO of the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), who shares how the world’s leading business travel association is transforming corporate travel to accelerate aviation decarbonisation through industry collaboration. Neufang discusses: How sustainability priorities amongst travel managers more tha…

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How Heart Aerospace is rewriting the rules of new aircraft development 39:56

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In this episode, we speak with Anders Forslund, Co-founder and CEO of Heart Aerospace, who shares the radical transformation his electric aircraft company has undergone in the past year — relocating from Sweden to Los Angeles and fundamentally changing how aerospace companies operate in the 21st century. Forslund discusses: Why Heart moved its oper…

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Why JetZero believes blended wing body aircraft are essential for net-zero aviation 52:24

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In this episode, we speak with Tom O'Leary, CEO and co-founder of JetZero, which is developing the world's first commercial blended wing body (BWB) aircraft that promises to revolutionise aviation efficiency and passenger experience. JetZero is one of the visionary companies featured in our new book Sustainability in the Air: Volume Two. You can le…

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How Edmonton International Airport is becoming a “sustainability engine” for Canada 48:20

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In this episode, we speak with Marion N Chivot-Legris, Director of ESG & Sustainability Strategy at Edmonton International Airport (YEG), who shares how the Canadian airport is leveraging its unique position to drive sustainability innovation across the region. Chivot-Legris discusses: YEG’s transformation into a “sustainability engine” for the ent…

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Charting the next phase of sustainable aviation: Sustainability in the Air, Vol. II 50:23

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In this special episode, SimpliFlying’s CEO Shashank Nigam and Head of Sustainability Dirk Singer sit down with senior leaders from three companies featured in their upcoming book, Sustainability in the Air, Vol. II. Joining the conversation are Jonathon Counsell (Group Head of Sustainability, IAG), Diana Birkett Rakow (SVP of Public Affairs and Su…

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How KLM is working towards a zero-emission future in aviation 40:18

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In this episode, we speak with Jolanda Stevens, Program Manager for Zero Emission Aviation at KLM, who shares how the airline is preparing for a more sustainable future of aviation through innovative technologies and strategic investment in emerging solutions. Stevens discusses: KLM’s unique approach to innovation with a dedicated team focused on t…

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How a pilot-turned-CEO transformed air travel in the Baltics 39:46

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In this episode, we speak with Martin Gauss, former CEO of airBaltic, who transformed the Latvian flag carrier into one of Europe’s most innovative airlines while connecting the entire Baltic region. Gauss discusses: The benefits of operating a single-fleet airline with the highly efficient Airbus A220-300, resulting in 30% lower fuel consumption t…

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How Expliseat helps airlines cut carbon without compromising on comfort 35:21

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In this episode, we speak with Amaury Barberot, CEO of Expliseat, about how the company's innovative lightweight seating technology is delivering immediate sustainability benefits for airlines while improving their bottom line. Barberot discusses: Expliseat's revolutionary aircraft seat design made from carbon fibre and titanium that is 30% lighter…

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Why Swedavia sees fossil-free flying as a ‘license to operate’ 40:43

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In this episode, we speak with Lena Wennberg, Chief Sustainable Development Officer, and Therese Forsström, Head of Environmental Department at Swedavia, which owns and operates 10 airports across Sweden, connecting the country both internally and with the rest of the world. Wennberg and Forsström discuss: Swedavia’s achievement of fossil-free oper…

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How Contrails.org aims to turn contrail research into practical climate action 34:26

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In this episode, we speak with Matteo Mirolo, Director of Strategy & External Relations at Contrails.org, a science-led nonprofit initiative aimed at transforming contrail research into practical climate action. Mirolo discusses: The substantial climate impact of contrails, which are responsible for 1-2% of human-caused global warming and have roug…

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How Alaska Star Ventures is funding the future of sustainable aviation 47:48

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In this episode, we speak with Pasha Saleh, Head of Corporate Development at Alaska Airlines, who leads Alaska Star Ventures, the airline’s corporate venture capital arm focused on sustainable aviation technologies. Saleh shares insights about the airline’s approach to sustainability investments and their vision for decarbonising the industry. Sale…

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How Finnair celebrated its centenary with 100 sustainability initiatives 41:57

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In this episode, we speak with Eveliina Huurre, Senior Vice President, Sustainability at Finnair, who shares insights about the airline’s approach to sustainability and their ambitious targets to reduce emissions. Huurre discusses: The employee engagement initiative that yielded 300 sustainability ideas, with 100 selected for implementation during …

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Is demand management in aviation a myth or reality? 56:22

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In this special episode, we bring together Patrick Edmond, Managing Director of Altair Advisory, and Shashank Nigam, CEO of SimpliFlying, to discuss whether aviation demand management is a myth or a necessary component of climate action. Moderated by Dirk Singer, SimpliFlying’s Head of Sustainability, the discussion stems from a heated LinkedIn exc…

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How InfluenceMap’s data-driven approach tracks aviation climate advocacy 33:51

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In this episode, we speak with Lucca Ewbank, Program Manager, Transport at InfluenceMap, who shares how the non-profit think tank uses data-driven analysis to assess corporate engagement with climate policies, and holds the corporate and financial sectors accountable for their role in climate change. Ewbank discusses: The significant disparity betw…

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Why Zaffra is betting big on sustainable aviation fuel production 41:29

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In this episode, we speak with Jan Toschka, CEO of Zaffra, a joint venture between Topsoe and Sasol. Toschka shares insights about scaling sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production and why he believes the aviation industry must take responsibility for its own decarbonisation rather than relying on other sectors. Toschka discusses: The unique posit…

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Why Cathay believes in a “greener together” approach to sustainability 54:17

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In this episode, we speak with Grace Cheung, General Manager, Sustainability at Cathay, who shares insights about industry collaboration, and why she believes making aviation “greener together” requires participation from every stakeholder in the value chain. Cheung discusses: Her journey from marketing communications to sustainability and how her …

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Why Mission Possible Partnership believes cross-sector collaboration can accelerate aviation’s path to net-zero 50:21

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In this episode, we speak with Dick Benschop, Chair of the Board at Mission Possible Partnership (MPP), an alliance of climate leaders focused on supercharging efforts to decarbonise hard-to-abate sectors. Benschop discusses: The challenge of decarbonising aviation amid rapid growth with focus on both efficiency and sustainable fuels. How blending …

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Why ClimateWorks Foundation believes strategic philanthropy is essential for the net zero transition 47:17

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In this episode, we speak with Anna Stratton, Associate Director, Aviation at ClimateWorks Foundation, a global platform for philanthropy that has granted over $2 billion to climate solutions across 50 countries. Stratton shares insights into how philanthropic funding can drive aviation’s transition to net zero while ensuring emerging markets aren’…

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How Heathrow’s SAF incentive aims to tackle critical barriers to adoption 48:56

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In this episode, we speak with Matthew Gorman, Director of Carbon Strategy and Sustainability at Heathrow Airport. With 16 years at the helm of Heathrow's sustainability initiatives, Gorman shares how one of the world’s busiest airports is tackling aviation’s climate impact while maintaining its crucial role in global connectivity. Gorman discusses…

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How Travalyst is transforming tourism through data-driven collaboration 50:12

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In this episode, we speak with Sally Davey, CEO of Travalyst. Founded in 2019 by Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex, Travalyst is a not-for-profit coalition that brings together leading companies from the travel and technology sectors. Davey shares insights into Travalyst’s mission and its impact on making tourism more sustainable through collaborati…

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How Climeworks is making Direct Air Capture a viable decarbonisation pathway 50:20

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In this episode, we speak with Dr. Christoph Gebald, co-founder and co-CEO of Climeworks, one of the world’s leading direct air capture (DAC) companies. Gebald shares insights into Climeworks’ journey and vision for the future, and the crucial role of carbon removal in achieving sustainable aviation. He discusses: How their direct air capture techn…

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Best of 2024: How aviation executives are charting the course to net zero 26:39

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In this special holiday episode, we re-visit conversations with six aviation industry executives about their approaches to sustainability and decarbonisation. Scandinavian Airlines CEO Anko van der Werff shares how regional environmental consciousness shapes their strategy, combining SAF adoption with electric and hydrogen partnerships. Their first…

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Best of 2024: Decoding the future of sustainable aviation fuel 24:27

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In this special holiday episode, we explore conversations with five industry leaders developing innovative sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production technologies. INERATEC CEO Tim Boeltken explains their modular e-fuel technology that converts green hydrogen and CO2 into carbon-neutral liquid fuels. They aim to transform 1 gigawatt of renewable en…

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How engine innovation is powering aviation sustainability 56:08

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In this episode, we speak with Valérie Guénon, Vice President of Product Environment Policies at Safran Aircraft Engines. She shares insights into how the company aims to tackle its environmental challenges through innovative engine design and sustainable fuel integration. Guénon discusses Safran’s comprehensive approach to aviation sustainability,…

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How business aviation can be the perfect testbed for sustainable aviation solutions 41:06

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In this episode, we talk to Kennedy Ricci, President of 4AIR, who shares insights into how business aviation can accelerate sustainability initiatives that could benefit the entire industry. 4AIR helps private aviation stakeholders implement impactful sustainability programs, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and industry commitmen…

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Why airports should become energy innovation hubs, not just transport hubs 45:46

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In this episode, we speak with Christina Cassotis, CEO of Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT), who shares her ambitious vision for transforming the airport into a sustainable aviation hub. Cassotis discusses Pittsburgh’s unique position and innovative approach to aviation sustainability. She highlights several key initiatives: PIT has achieved a…

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Why Cambridge’s Aviation Impact Accelerator believes the path to net-zero must be defined by 2030 55:11

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In this episode, we talk to Professor Robert Miller, Director of the Whittle Laboratory at the University of Cambridge, who shares why 2030 targets are crucial for the aviation industry’s transition towards net zero. Miller is also the head of the Aviation Impact Accelerator (AIA), a collaboration between the Whittle Laboratory and the Cambridge In…

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How Direct Air Capture can complement aviation’s sustainability toolkit 52:50

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In this episode, we talk to Anna Stukas, Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at 1PointFive, who shares insights into how direct air capture (DAC) technology works and its crucial role in aviation’s journey to net zero. Stukas, who has been working in carbon capture since 2015, discusses her role in commercialising DAC technology and developing…

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The perils of ignoring contrails in aviation’s race to net-zero 48:58

1y ago48:58

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In this episode, we talk to Dr Florian Allroggen, Executive Director, Aerospace Climate & Sustainability, and a Research Scientist in MIT’s Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics, who shares insights into the science of contrails and their impact on aviation’s climate footprint. Allroggen discusses his role, focusing on understanding aviation’s…

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Why Airbus wants to build an ecosystem for hydrogen-powered flight 54:53

1y ago54:53

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In this episode, we talk to Karine Guenan, Vice President of ZEROe ecosystem at Airbus, who shares insights into Airbus’s ambitious plans to bring hydrogen-powered commercial aircraft to market by 2035 and the unprecedented ecosystem development required to make this vision a reality. Guenan discusses: The technical challenges of developing hydroge…

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How data-driven decisions can speed up the transition to sustainable flying 41:42

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In this episode, we talk to Yann Cabaret, CEO of SITA FOR AIRCRAFT, the aircraft business arm of SITA Group. Cabaret shares how SITA’s technology can help airlines meet their sustainability goals through better operational efficiency and compliance management. He also shares insights into SITA’s digital platforms and solutions aimed at reducing avi…

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Why flight paths matter more than you think for climate change 47:26

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In this episode, we talk to Sian Andrews, SESAR Environmental Lead at NATS, UK’s leading provider of air traffic control services. She shares insights into how air traffic management can significantly reduce aviation’s environmental impact through innovative solutions and research projects. Andrews discusses: NATS’ role in making aviation sustainab…

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Why the world’s best-known explorer is backing hydrogen-powered flying 58:01

1y ago58:01

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In this episode, we talk to Bertrand Piccard, renowned Swiss explorer, psychiatrist and clean technology pioneer. He shares insights into his ambitious Climate Impulse project that aims to set a historic precedent by flying a hydrogen aircraft around the world non-stop in 9 days. Piccard achieved global recognition for completing the first non-stop…

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CATF wants us to re-think everything we know about sustainable aviation 57:15

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In this episode, we talk to Lee Beck, Senior Director for Europe and the Middle East, and Thomas Walker, Transportation Technology Manager at Clean Air Task Force (CATF), who share insights into innovative solutions for decarbonising the aviation industry. Beck and Walker discuss CATF's role as a global climate organisation focused on overlooked so…

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How SAS wants to pioneer sustainable aviation in Scandinavia 47:52

1y ago47:52

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In this episode, we talk to Anko van der Werff, President & CEO of Scandinavian Airlines (SAS), who shares insights into the airline’s ambitious sustainability initiatives and how they’re shaped by the unique environmental consciousness of Scandinavia. SAS, a longstanding Scandinavian carrier, faces distinct challenges and opportunities in its sust…

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How Nova Pangaea Technologies plans to turn agricultural and forestry waste into SAF 39:50

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In this episode, we talk to Sarah Ellerby, CEO of Nova Pangaea Technologies (NPT), a UK-based cleantech company that has created a patented technology called the REFNOVA®, to enable SAF production from agricultural and forestry waste. Ellerby discusses: NPT’s REFNOVA® technology, which processes non-food derived feedstocks such as sugarcane bagasse…

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How LYTE Aviation’s 40-seater eVTOLs could disrupt the status quo 48:31

1y ago48:31

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In this episode, we talk to Freshta Farzam, founder and CEO of LYTE Aviation, who shares the company’s innovative approach to developing a 40-seater eVTOL aircraft for regional travel and cargo transport. Farzam discusses: The inspiration behind LYTE Aviation’s focus on larger capacity eVTOLs, challenging the industry trend of smaller air taxis. Th…

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How Estuaire’s data platform can help airlines and airports make better sustainability decisions 50:34

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In this episode, we talk to Maxime Meijers and Nicolas Meijers, co-founders of Estuaire, who share insights into their innovative data platform that provides comprehensive climate impact assessments for the aviation industry. Maxime and Nicolas share: The development of Estuaire’s data platform, which fuses various data sources to provide granular …