Emirates creates US$200 million aviation sustainability fund

• Biggest single commitment by an airline towards R&D for the future of aviation. 
• US$200 million investment over 3 years to focus on projects in advanced fuel and energy technologies that can reduce the impact of fossil fuels in aviation. 

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, today announced it has committed US$200 million to fund research and development (R&D) projects focussed on reducing the impact of fossil fuels in commercial aviation. 

This is the biggest single commitment by any airline on sustainability, with funds to be disbursed over 3 years. Emirates will identify partnerships with leading organisations working on solutions in advanced fuel and energy technologies.