What is Advanced Air Mobility? How does it impact the environment ? Bureau Veritas helps build the future of aviation engaging in early collaborative efforts to make postive and sustainable society changes.
At the recent 2024 ICAO Long-Term Aspirational Goal (LTAG) Stocktaking event, Bureau Veritas was proud to be part of an essential global conversation on decarbonizing aviation. This gathering brought together experts from around the world, with a common goal: to address the urgent need for reducing CO2 emissions across the aviation sector.
Dunia Abboud (sitting on the right hand side of the picture) intervening at ICAO LTAG Stocktaking 2024
As a trusted partner in environmental assessment and certification, Bureau Veritas recognizes the pivotal role that ICAO-led initiatives play, including ACT-SAF (Assistance, Capacity-building, and Training for Sustainable Aviation Fuels), in shaping the path to a sustainable future.
In our contribution to this important event, we highlighted the emerging role of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) as part of the broader solution to reducing emissions. AAM represents a transformative shift in how we think about transportation—particularly in urban environments. From electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft to drones, AAM has the potential to reimagine the movement of goods and people in a way that is cleaner, quieter, and more efficient.
AAM technologies, powered by electric propulsion and optimized flight paths, present a compelling opportunity to reduce emissions when compared to traditional, fuel-reliant modes of transport. eVTOLs and drones, for example, offer zero-emission solutions for short-distance travel and services such as cargo delivery and infrastructure inspections. Yet, this is only part of the picture.
Advanced Air Mobility and Sustainability Expert
Bureau Veritas Aeronautics Division
Our involvement in AAM is rooted in a commitment to building a sustainable future by working closely with technology developers, regulators, and the wider ecosystem to address these challenges.
Bureau Veritas understands that real environmental impact goes beyond operations. While eVTOLs might generate zero emissions during flight, we must consider the full lifecycle of these technologies—from the sourcing of materials like batteries to manufacturing and eventual disposal. Furthermore, the sustainability of the electricity used for charging is critical. Are we relying on renewable energy sources, or simply shifting emissions elsewhere in the energy chain?
These questions are complex, and their answers require rigorous analysis. That’s why Bureau Veritas has established a Net Zero Center of Excellence, associated to our international CSR expertise, where we combine deep experience in environmental impact assessments, energy audits, and compliance with international standards to guide the aviation industry toward meaningful CO2 reductions.
ICAO’s leadership through initiatives like LTAG and ACT-SAF is vital to achieving long-term sustainability goals in aviation. At Bureau Veritas, we have tremendous respect for these initiatives and are eager to support their success. By actively participating in ICAO’s work and lending our expertise, we aim to contribute to the development of robust, data-driven frameworks that will help the aviation industry navigate the complexities of decarbonization.
Through our partnerships with stakeholders across the AAM and Internet of things sectors, we focus on the collection and analysis of real-time data to monitor energy use and emissions. This enables us to develop best practices and ensure that environmental benefits are realized at every stage—from the design of aircraft to the optimization of operational efficiency.
As the aviation industry undergoes this essential transformation, Bureau Veritas is committed to being a key player in the conversation. We believe that collaborative efforts will pave the way for a greener, more sustainable aviation future. By combining our global expertise with a shared commitment to innovation, we are dedicated to ensuring that the promise of Advanced Air Mobility is realized in a way that genuinely contributes to global decarbonization efforts.
At Bureau Veritas, we don't just assess sustainability—we help build it. Together with ICAO and the wider industry, we are ready to shape the future of aviation.