Our approach to sustainability

Our approach to sustainability julia.weisheit… Tue, 03/11/2025 - 11:11 Our approach to sustainability Staying true to our purpose Whether it’s investing in innovative technologies, improving the environmental impact of our products, or ensuring that the way we operate is socially responsible, at Airbus sustainability is at the very heart of our purpose to pioneer sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. Read on to explore the many different ways we are bringing sustainability to life at Airbus. The future of aviation We invest in pioneering technologies, to drive down emissions, enhance efficiency and build for the long-term. Decarbonisation Sustainability Airbus’ commitment to sustainable aviation fuel Innovation Hydrogen Innovation Aircraft noise reduction Innovation Non-CO2 emissions Innovation Operational efficiency We reduce the environmental impact of our operations, fostering a lifecycle approach and building resilience into our supply chain. Responsible supply chain Company Adopting a lifecycle approach Sustainability People safety Safety Social responsibility Sustainability at Airbus is grounded in responsibility, resilience, and ethical business practices. Human rights Sustainability Inclusion and diversity Sustainability Integrity and compliance Sustainability Community impact Airbus is tackling global challenges like climate change, poverty, and inequality by focusing on two core areas: supporting vulnerable communities during humanitarian and climate crises, and equipping young people with vital skills for the future. Community impact Sustainability Airbus Foundation FACS Safeguarding national sovereignty We believe that there is no sustainability without security, and no security without sustainability. For Airbus, defence is a force for good. Defence is the cornerstone of a nation’s provision of safety and security for its citizens and their way of life. It is also an engine of innovation and a driver of economic growth, as well as an investment in sovereignty and resilience. Learn more Climate monitoring Today, Earth observation satellites are at the forefront of monitoring deforestation, rising sea levels and greenhouse gas emissions in the atmosphere. Discover more — 1624688 Vertex Last Test Flight Vertex Last Test Flight H130 Flight Lab Setareh Taheri - Flight test engineer Pioneering sustainable aerospace Sustainability at Airbus Our purpose is to pioneer sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. This is also the theme of a new publication exploring Airbus’ approach to sustainability, released in 2025. In the pages of “Pioneering sustainable aerospace”, you can learn more about Airbus’ approach to a wide range of sustainability topics, from the new energies and innovative technologies shaping the future of flight, to the key role played by Earth observation satellites in climate monitoring and biodiversity efforts, and how aerospace can act as a powerful force for good in an unstable world. Download the publication UN Sustainable Development Goals The UN Sustainable Development Goals are a framework for Airbus’ social responsibility practices. Discover how we strive to build to a better future. Discover more Sustainability commitments Maximising our impact through collaboration We contribute to a global industry that supports the livelihoods of millions of families. We support global stability and peacekeeping, and work collaboratively with others around the world to maximise our positive contribution to society. We are passionate about driving sustainable aerospace. We advocate for progress that will make our industry more sustainable, and play an active role lobbying and educating through our membership of industry associations and coalitions like ATAG, ICCAIA, IATA, and ASD. We are also part of the advisory group of the World Economic Forum (WEF), working on the Space Sustainability Rating and are a founding member of the WEF First Movers Coalition . Our partnerships with airlines are also an important way that we can drive positive change in the industry. For example, we support solutions like Direct Air Carbon Capture (DACC) that will offset the impact of emissions during our transition to net-zero. The latest in sustainability In the spotlight Decarbonising air travel in Asia-Pacific with SAF Web Story Sustainability Asia-Pacific is the world’s fastest growing aviation market, balancing the need for vital connectivity with a commitment to addressing climate change. 02 February 2026 4 min read How Book and Claim enables SAF use for HEMS operations Web Story Helicopters 10 December 2025 5 min read Airbus fosters Barry Callebaut`s efforts to develop a deforestation-free supply chain Press Release Sustainability 09 December 2025 3 min read Showcasing multiple decarbonisation levers at Dubai Airshow Web Story Sustainability 14 November 2025 6 min read 2024: The Airbus Foundation’s year in review Web Story Airbus Foundation 27 May 2025 4 min read