Amadeus and Accenture Highlight Potential for Massive CO2 Reduction in Aviation Through Digital Innovations

According to a joint study by Amadeus and Accenture, innovative IT solutions have already contributed to reducing CO2 emissions by 50,000 metric tons in 2023 alone. When these solutions are applied globally across all airlines and airports, they could potentially cut emissions by as much as 5.7 million metric tons annually, which represents 0.6% of the total CO2 emissions from the aviation sector in the same year.

This significant finding comes against a backdrop of increasing travel demand and a concurrent push for sustainable aviation practices. Aviation is responsible for 2-3% of worldwide carbon emissions, a seemingly small figure that nevertheless represents a substantial environmental impact. The industry is responding with a variety of strategies aimed at achieving carbon neutrality.

Focusing on IT as a strategic lever, the report suggests that digital tools can boost operational efficiency by enhancing fuel management and reducing operational costs. Advanced technologies like data dashboards, forecasting tools, and management systems provide critical insights and improve decision-making processes at every organizational level, from operations to executive leadership.

The study features two case studies that assess the impact of specific Amadeus IT solutions:

The report's broader analysis suggests that implementing these IT solutions at all relevant airlines and airports could reduce aviation's carbon footprint significantly, equating to the emissions from about 10,000 transatlantic flights from London Heathrow to JFK.

Amadeus is committed to fostering sustainable travel and tourism practices, both through its operational policies and by supporting its clients' sustainability objectives. By advancing the use of sophisticated IT solutions, Amadeus is helping the travel industry progress towards reduced carbon emissions.