Ryanair, Europe’s leading airline, has announced a significant step towards decarbonization with the purchase of 1,000 tonnes of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from global energy group Shell. This purchase, equivalent to fueling over 200 flights from Stansted to Madrid, marks the airline’s commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and achieving net zero emissions by 2050. The agreement between Ryanair and Shell, established through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in 2022, grants Ryanair exclusive access to purchase up to 360,000 tonnes of SAF from Shell between 2025 and 2030. This collaboration has the potential to save up to 900,000 tonnes in CO2 emissions, further solidifying Ryanair’s dedication to sustainability.
This latest announcement at the event held at Stansted Airport highlights Ryanair’s ongoing efforts to decarbonize its operations. The airline has been actively pursuing sustainable aviation initiatives, including collaborations with institutions like Trinity College Dublin through the Ryanair Sustainable Aviation Research Centre.