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Sustainability In The Air

Travel makes the world a smaller and better place. Aviation has bounced back. However, as we experience climate change, we worry about our environmental impact. Sustainability in The Air, the world’s first podcast dedicated to sustainable aviation. Every week, Shashank Nigam, the CEO of SimpliFlying, talks to Airline, airport, travel and technology executives to help make sense of the Wild-West scenario. Our mission is to show the many paths to net zero, for an industry that is one of the hardest to decarbonize. Whether you're a frequent flier, an airline Executive or just love traveling, if you care about sustainable global travel then welcome aboard. Our mission is to get you the latest insight from a top airline or technology C-level executive willing to share their organization's journey to building a sustainable future.Feel free to reach out via email to [email protected]. For more content about sustainable aviation visit our website simpliflying.com and join the movement. It’s about time.

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Update frequency
every 7 days
Average duration
46 minutes
Episodes
146
Years Active
2022 - 2025
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From offsetting to insetting: Harbour Air’s innovative approach to sustainable aviation

From offsetting to insetting: Harbour Air’s innovative approach to sustainable aviation

In this episode, we talk to three key members of Harbour Air, North America’s largest seaplane airline. Harbour Air’s CEO Bert Van Der Stege, Engineering and Quality Manager Erika Holtz, and Head of …

00:46:40  |   Thu 09 May 2024
How Safe Landing is challenging the status quo for a greener future in aviation

How Safe Landing is challenging the status quo for a greener future in aviation

In this episode, we talk to Finlay Asher, co-founder of Safe Landing, a global community of aviation workers who are working within the sector to reduce the climate impact of aviation. 

Asher emphasis…

01:15:00  |   Thu 02 May 2024
Earth Day Special: SimpliFlying’s first annual Sustainable Aviation Outlook Report

Earth Day Special: SimpliFlying’s first annual Sustainable Aviation Outlook Report

In this episode, we speak with SimpliFlying’s CEO Shashank Nigam, COO Shubhodeep Pal and Head of Sustainability, Dirk Singer about the launch of SimpliFlying’s first annual Sustainable Aviation Outlo…

00:59:14  |   Thu 25 Apr 2024
How Beyond Aero is transforming private aviation with its hydrogen-electric vision

How Beyond Aero is transforming private aviation with its hydrogen-electric vision

In this episode, we talk to Eloa Guillotin, the Co-Founder & CEO at Beyond Aero. Founded with the vision of providing a sustainable alternative to traditional private jets, Beyond Aero aims to revolu…

00:57:35  |   Thu 18 Apr 2024
Gatwick Airport aims to reach net zero 20 years early

Gatwick Airport aims to reach net zero 20 years early

In this episode, we talk to Mark Edwards, Head of Sustainability at London Gatwick. As one of the busiest airports in Europe, Gatwick has set an ambitious target to achieve net zero emissions by 2030…

00:44:14  |   Thu 11 Apr 2024
Jet Zero Council’s Collaborative Approach to Decarbonising UK Aviation

Jet Zero Council’s Collaborative Approach to Decarbonising UK Aviation

In this episode, we talk to Rachel Gardner-Poole, who chairs the Zero Emission Flight (ZEF) Delivery Group within the UK’s Jet Zero Council. Established in 2020, the Jet Zero Council is a collaborati…

00:36:02  |   Thu 04 Apr 2024
How Truckee Tahoe Airport is transitioning towards its 100% SAF goal

How Truckee Tahoe Airport is transitioning towards its 100% SAF goal

In this episode, we speak with Robb Etnyre, General Manager at Truckee Tahoe Airport (KTRK), a pioneering general aviation airport that has become the first in the world to fully transition to sustai…

00:32:42  |   Thu 28 Mar 2024
How Google is empowering sustainable travel choices through technology and collaboration

How Google is empowering sustainable travel choices through technology and collaboration

In this episode, we speak with Sebnem Erzan, Global Head of Travel Sustainability & Transport at Google. Erzan shares the tech giant’s vision for sustainable travel, which focuses on empowering users…

00:47:03  |   Thu 21 Mar 2024
Archer’s vision for safe, affordable, and accessible eVTOL travel

Archer’s vision for safe, affordable, and accessible eVTOL travel

In this episode, we talk to Billy Nolen, Chief Safety Officer at Archer Aviation, a leading electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft company. Nolen recently joined Archer after a distin…

00:49:55  |   Thu 14 Mar 2024
Salesforce’s unique approach to advancing sustainable aviation

Salesforce’s unique approach to advancing sustainable aviation

In this episode, we talk to Jamila Yamani, Director of Climate & Energy at Salesforce, who shares fascinating insights into the company’s commitment to sustainability, and how the company is taking a…

00:40:03  |   Thu 07 Mar 2024
RMI's multi-pronged approach to decarbonising aviation includes SAF & contrails

RMI's multi-pronged approach to decarbonising aviation includes SAF & contrails

In this episode, we talk to Andrew Chen, Principal for Aviation Decarbonisation at RMI. Founded in 1982 as Rocky Mountain Institute, RMI is an independent, non-partisan, non-profit that seeks to tran…

01:06:14  |   Thu 29 Feb 2024
How the Sustainable Skies Lab is advancing sustainability beyond Delta’s operations

How the Sustainable Skies Lab is advancing sustainability beyond Delta’s operations

In this episode, we talk to Sangita Sharma, Director of Delta Air Lines’ Sustainable Skies Lab, who shares how the lab is fostering innovation and accelerating a sustainable future for air travel.

The…

00:39:50  |   Thu 22 Feb 2024
How Twelve’s carbon transformation technology is making carbon-neutral fuels a reality

How Twelve’s carbon transformation technology is making carbon-neutral fuels a reality

In this episode, we talk to Nicholas Flanders, Co-Founder and CEO of carbon transformation company, Twelve, who highlights the pivotal role of clean technology in addressing environmental challenges,…

00:35:30  |   Thu 15 Feb 2024
How IATA envisions merging economics and sustainability in aviation

How IATA envisions merging economics and sustainability in aviation

In this episode, we talk to Marie Owens Thomsen, Senior Vice President Sustainability & Chief Economist at the International Air Transport Association (IATA), on the integration of sustainability and…

00:57:27  |   Thu 08 Feb 2024
From Legislation to Lift-off: The Drive for Sustainable Aviation Fuel in Washington

From Legislation to Lift-off: The Drive for Sustainable Aviation Fuel in Washington

In this episode, we talk to Senator Andy Billig, Senate Majority Leader at Washington State Senate, on how he has spearheaded efforts to integrate environmental stewardship with legislative action in…

00:44:51  |   Thu 01 Feb 2024
How the RSB is nudging aviation towards a biocircular economy

How the RSB is nudging aviation towards a biocircular economy

In this episode, we talk to Elena Schmidt, Executive Director of the Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials (RSB).

RSB is a global, multi-stakeholder independent organisation that drives the developme…

00:47:12  |   Thu 25 Jan 2024
Why IAG is focusing on the practicality of SAF more than emerging technologies

Why IAG is focusing on the practicality of SAF more than emerging technologies

In this episode, we talk to Jonathon Counsell, Group Head of Sustainability at International Airlines Group (IAG).

IAG is the parent company of British Airways, Iberia, Vueling, Aer Lingus, LEVEL, IAG…

00:49:24  |   Thu 18 Jan 2024
Are eFuels the holy grail of sustainable aviation fuels?

Are eFuels the holy grail of sustainable aviation fuels?

In this episode, we talk to Amy Hebert, Chair of the Board and CEO at Arcadia eFuels, who discusses the rapidly growing field of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), with a focus on e-fuels. 

eFuels are p…

00:29:41  |   Thu 11 Jan 2024
How Red Sea Global’s innovative approach is revolutionising sustainable tourism

How Red Sea Global’s innovative approach is revolutionising sustainable tourism

Welcome to the holiday edition of Sustainability in the Air, the world's #1 podcast on sustainable aviation. Over the past couple of weeks, we have brought to you some of the finest conversations fro…

00:58:14  |   Thu 04 Jan 2024
Why Delta’s collaborative strategy is the roadmap for cleaner skies

Why Delta’s collaborative strategy is the roadmap for cleaner skies

Welcome to the holiday edition of Sustainability in the Air, the world’s #1 podcast on sustainable aviation. Over the next couple of weeks, we will bring to you some of the finest conversations from …

00:47:40  |   Thu 28 Dec 2023
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