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electricity – a 10 per cent reduction
To achieve these targets, the Group’s environmental sustainability and fuel efficiency strategy includes:
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improved fuel efficiency, emissions reduction, and noise abatement
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a multi-billion dollar investment in new fleet, including the A380 and B787, to take advantage of the latest airframe and engine designs
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working with air navigation service providers to improve air traffic management to optimise cruise speeds, flight paths and operational procedures and utilise advanced satellite navigation technology approach and departure procedures
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improved aerodynamic and engine cleanliness
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improved utilisation of Auxiliary Power Units (APUs) to supply electrical power and air-conditioning while
aircraft are on the ground . ongoing review of schedules and flight planning procedures
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aircraft weight reduction initiatives
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detailed analysis and monitoring of fuel efficiency initiatives across the business
. operational focus to minimise environmental risk by identifying and managing significant environmental impacts and encouraging continual improvement in environmental performance
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transparent reporting of environmental risks
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compliance with all relevant laws and regulations
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ACHIEVEMENTS The Group has achieved a range of environmental and fuel efficiency improvements in recent years, including:
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the publication of environmental performance data using Global Reporting Initiative G3 guidelines and participating in the Carbon Disclosure Project
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the implementation and continued expansion of the Group-wide environmental improvement program begreen to raise employee awareness and embed environmental management systems across all parts of the business
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the introduction of waste minimisation initiatives and improved recycling facilities across the business;
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implementation of innovative process changes to decrease water consumption
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the expansion of the Qantas ‘Green Team’ (now 950 strong), a group of volunteer employees from across the Group who are committed to environmental initiatives
CARBON OFFSET PROGRAM The Qantas Group launched a Carbon Offset Program in 2007 that allows Qantas and Jetstar customers to offset their share of flight emissions when making a booking. The offset cost is based on a full life cycle assessment of all operations and a calculation of the emissions associated with carrying a passenger from one point to another. An online calculator advises customers of their emissions and the cost of offsetting them. Approximately 10 percent of all passengers booking at jetstar.com and qantas.com in Australia choose to offset their share of flight emissions. Last year, Qantas and Jetstar customers paid more than $2 million to offset their emissions, almost three times what they paid in the prior year. The Group also offsets emissions generated by employee work travel and ground vehicles. In total, close to 300,000 tonnes of carbon emissions were offset in 2008/09. All passenger offset contributions go towards Australia-based Greenhouse Friendly approved abatement programs, which may include energy efficiency measures, generation of renewable energy and tree planting projects. The programs have been independently verified and subsequently authenticated by the Federal Government’s Australian Greenhouse Office and either remove greenhouse gases from the atmosphere or avoid their release in the first place. Qantas has signed an agreement with Fieldforce, a Greenhouse Friendly accredited provider, to supply the Group’s carbon offsets. Fieldforce operates across Australia and generates carbon offsets by providing energy efficient light bulbs and water saving showerheads to eligible homes and businesses. For further information visit qantas.com and jetstar.com
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