Originally Posted by
Ascupart
No one is suggesting that we 'shut down flying', but if we all flew less that would certainly make a difference.
We need to tackle all sources of CO2 emissions, including aviation, if we have a chance to avoid the worst effects of climate change.
How much less flying would you like everyone to do?
If we cut all flights by 50% it would reduce global CO2 emissions by..... Wait for it... less than 1.5%!!!
That is not going to make a difference, at all.
Cut surface transport, power generation and industrial emissions by. 50%? Now were talking.