EBAA Introduces S.T.A.R.S. Programme for Sustainability in Business Aviation at EBACE2024

The European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) has formally launched Tier I of its Standards & Training for Aviation Responsibility and Sustainability (S.T.A.R.S.) Programme at the 2024 European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE). This marks a significant step forward in business aviation’s sustainable future. S.T.A.R.S. represents a holistic framework that allows organizations to develop and seamlessly integrate environmental and social strategies, aligning with both the Business Aviation Commitment on Climate Change (BACCC) and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Maureen Gautier, EBAA’s Sustainability & Future Workforce Manager, expressed excitement about the launch, stating that the program has laid a strong foundation for sustainable practices in the industry and is now open for official registration, enabling business aviation companies to fully embrace environmental and social responsibility without compromising profitability. Holger Krahmer, EBAA Secretary General, emphasized the program’s leadership role, noting that EBAA launched S.T.A.R.S. to demonstrate business aviation’s commitment to sustainability and its aim to lead in this process through concrete and measurable actions. The ambitious program aims to position business aviation as a leader in achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 while also addressing essential social aspects of sustainability. Tier 1 of S.T.A.R.S. involves self-measurement and writing a policy for continuous progress towards environmental and social sustainability goals, covering areas such as greenhouse gas emissions reporting, waste and water usage, non-discrimination, inclusiveness, a new code of conduct, and data privacy and security. Tiers 2 and 3 are the implementation stages, designed to be compliant with global international standards. Resources: https://esgnews.com/ebaa-introduces-s-t-a-r-s-programme-for-sustainability-in-business-aviation-at-ebace2024/