Greening Aviation: Challenges and Solutions

What is the main environmental challenge associated with aviation?

• Water pollution

• Noise pollution

• Contribution to global warming

• Deforestation

Why is aviation particularly challenging in terms of reducing emissions?

• It is heavily reliant on fossil fuels

• It has a small number of flights

• It has low passenger numbers

• It uses renewable energy

What is one of the technological advancements inspired by nature to improve aviation efficiency?

• Wind turbines

• Geothermal energy

• Winglets inspired by birds

• Solar panels

What is a major drawback of using biofuels in aviation?

• They are not efficient

• They are not renewable

• They are not available

• They require a large amount of land

What is a significant disadvantage of e-fuels?

• They are not sustainable

• They are very expensive

• They are not effective

• They are not available

What is a potential benefit of hydrogen as an aviation fuel?

• It is non-explosive

• It is cheap to produce

• It releases a lot of energy

• It is easy to store

What is a major challenge of using electric airplanes?

• Their batteries are too heavy

• They are too light

• They are too small

• They are too fast

What is a key strategy mentioned for reducing aviation's environmental impact?

• Using more fossil fuels

• Building more airports

• Developing sustainable alternatives to flying

• Increasing flight frequency

By what year do we need to achieve net zero emissions in aviation?

• 2030

• 2040

• 2050

• 2060

What societal change is suggested to help reduce aviation emissions?

• Promoting domestic holidays

• Encouraging international travel

• Building more airplanes

• Increasing flight speeds