Source · Select Committees · Environmental Audit Committee
Recommendation 28
28
Deferred
Paragraph: 194
Aviation demand management is effective but lacks formal modelling in Jet Zero Strategy.
Conclusion
There is considerable dispute over the desirability of policy measures which would reduce UK aviation emissions by reducing the demand for aviation services. The Climate Change Committee has been clear that demand management is the most effective way of reducing aviation CO2 and non-CO2 emissions, and whilst there are a number of different approaches available for consideration, they have not been subject to formal modelling in the Jet Zero Strategy policy framework.
Government Response Summary
The government noted the conclusion, stating its Jet Zero Strategy focuses on new fuels and technology rather than limiting aviation growth, but committed to considering further measures if emissions targets are not met.
Paragraph Reference:
194
Government Response
Deferred
HM Government
Deferred
The Government notes this recommendation. The Jet Zero Strategy sets out details on how the aviation sector can achieve net zero without government intervening directly to limit aviation growth. DfT analysis shows that in all modelled scenarios we can achieve our net zero targets by focusing on new fuels and technology, rather than capping demand, with knock-on economic and social benefits. If we find that the sector is not meeting the emissions reductions trajectory, we will consider what further measures may be needed to ensure that the sector maximises in-sector reductions to meet the UK’s overall 2050 net zero target.