VERIFIED CARBON OFFSETS
100% CARBON OFFSET INCLUDED
GLOBAL PROJECT PORTFOLIO APPLIES TO ALL FLEXJET AIRCRAFT
ELEVATE YOUR PURSUIT OF SUSTAINABLE FLIGHT
Now more than ever, taking to the sky means sharing a heightened level of responsibility for the climate-altering pollutants released into our atmosphere with every departure.
At Flexjet, our total approach to sustainability includes complimentary 100% carbon (C02) emissions offsets on every flight — domestic or international using verified credits that support leading-edge environmental and clean energy initiatives worldwide.
If you are a frequent flier and interested in surpassing carbon neutral, this is your chance to blaze new trails while leaving even less of a trace. That is because multiple levels of participation provide you with the opportunity to ascend further in your commitment, making it easy to begin or even advance your existing efforts.
Introducing a complete program that enables you to go further in your support for everything from direct emissions reductions to the development of advanced aircraft technology. Welcome to the pinnacle of private travel sustainability.
EXCEEDING INDUSTRY STANDARDS
The aviation sector continues to make sweeping commitments to sustainability. Going above and beyond the steps taken by our industry, our revolutionary program enables you to support emissions reductions now while simultaneously accelerating the pursuit of fully sustainable air travel.
TARGET AREAS
> Air Traffic Control infrastructure improvements such as routing to enable continuous descent approaches
> Market-based initiatives including carbon offsetting and the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel
> Operational efficiencies like the creation of advanced flight algorithms for route planning
> Technology research and development focused on producing emissions-reducing innovations
INDUSTRY GOALS
Continue to improve fuel efficiency by 1.5% per year
Achieve carbon-neutral growth
Cut carbon emissions in half by 2050 relative to 2005 levels 1. 2. 3.
GAIN A HIGHER KNOWLEDGE . IF YOU ARE JUST BEGINNING TO EXPLORE THE TOPIC OF SUSTAINABILITY IN AVIATION, YOU’RE NOT FLYING SOLO. BELOW, WE HAVE COMPILED A SET OF KEY TERMS TO BE FAMILIAR WITH AS YOU MOVE FORWARD IN YOUR JOURNEY.
KEY TERMS
AVIATION CARBON EXCHANGE (ACE)
A centralized marketplace where airlines and other aviation stakeholders can trade C02 emissions reductions for compliance or voluntary offsetting, offering the highest transparency around price and availability.
BOOK-AND-CLAIM
Where Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is unavailable, you may receive a credit when SAF is purchased, even while it is put into the fuel supply elsewhere.
CARBON EMISSIONS (C0 2 )
Greenhouse gases released during the combustion of fossil fuels expressed as metric tons of carbon dioxide (mtC02).
CARBON EQUIVALENT (C0 2 e)
The term used to describe different greenhouse gases as a common unit used to determine the carbon dioxide equivalent impact of non-CO2 emissions.
CARBON OFFSET
An independently verified reduction of carbon (C02) emissions or other greenhouse gases to compensate for emissions released elsewhere.
CARBON OFFSET STANDARD
Independently enforced requirements that ensure all offsets are credible and conducted with transparency.
CARBON REGISTRY
Tracks carbon offset production, ownership and retirement while ensuring your offsets are accurately counted.
COMPREHENSIVE EMISSIONS OFFSET
Determines the CO2 and non-CO2 impact (in CO2-equivalent) of a flight and uses verified carbon credits to offset the entire emissions footprint.
DROP-IN FUEL
A fuel that is interchangeable and compatible with conventional jet fuel when blended. No upgrades are needed for storage, nor is there a need for engine or fuel system modifications.
EMISSIONS (AIRCRAFT)
Most notably, these include carbon dioxide (C02), but emissions also include sulfur oxides and ozone-depleting substances such as nitrous oxides. Water vapors and soot can create contrails and induced cirrus cloudiness, creating a warming effect stronger than that generated by C02
FOSSIL JET FUEL
Jet fuel certified under ASTM D1655 and typically denoted as Jet A produced from the refinement of oil (a fossil fuel).
FUEL BLEND
The mix of SAF to traditional jet fuel; No more than 50% SAF is currently mixed with fossil jet fuel.
NET-ZERO EMISSIONS
The point at which the amount of emissions added to the environment is less than or equal to the amount of emissions simultaneously being removed from the environment elsewhere.
OFFSET PROJECT
The infrastructure, product or technology created to reduce GHG emissions or increase carbon sequestration. Carbon offset projects can produce social and environmental benefits beyond just GHG reduction.
SUSTAINABLE FEEDSTOCK
The underlying source to be refined into Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). Sustainable feedstocks like used cooking oil or municipal waste and their production must not compete with arable land or edible feedstocks.
THE RATING SYSTEM
WHEN YOU LEVEL UP, WE REACH NEW HEIGHTS
Flexjet aircraft Owners may increase their participation level to include comprehensive emissions offsets (Level 2), emissions reductions (Level 3) or research contributions (Level 4) through our partnership with 4AIR, creators of the first offset rating system focused on aviation sustainability. Now, air travel can be part of the solution.
LEVEL 1 CARBON EMISSIONS OFFSET (CO 2 ) INCLUDED
THE PERFECT LAUNCH POINT
Included at no additional cost to our aircraft Owners, this 100% carbon (C02) offset represents a verified reduction or avoidance of C02 emissions that neutralizes the total C02 released during each flight.
WHAT ARE CARBON EMISSIONS?
Carbon (C02) emissions refer to the release of greenhouse gases created by burning fossil fuels such as coal or gasoline.
WHY IS OFFSETTING IMPORTANT?
Carbon emissions trap heat, contributing to rising temperatures that, according to NASA, have led to some of the warmest years on record over the last 20+ years.
AREN’T JETS THE PROBLEM?
Overall, aviation is responsible for just 5% (CO2+non-CO2e) of all global emissions. However, it is more important than ever to address the impact of emissions on our climate, which is why the entire aviation industry is working hard to curb greenhouse gases.
HOW
IS A CARBON OFFSET CALCULATED?
The carbon footprint of each flight is measured, and verified carbon credits that fund projects are purchased in an amount that offsets the carbon (C02) contributed by each flight.
1/3
The fraction of all aircraft-related emissions composed of carbon dioxide
37.7°F
The amount the global temperature could rise by the year 2100 without major action according to NASA and the UN
47%
The percentage increase of carbon concentrations according to climate.gov, the highest in the last 800,000 years
2018
The year aviation released one billion metric tons of carbon emissions for the very first time
16.3 BILLION
The estimated number of metric tons of carbon emitted by the aviation industry over the last two decades
LEVELS 2 COMPREHENSIVE EMISSIONS OFFSET
GO BEYOND CARBON NEUTRAL
This offset of both carbon (C02) and non-carbon (CO2e) emissions is calculated using an aviation-specific emissions index that offsets total C02 by 300% to account for additional pollutants like nitrous oxides.
HOW DOES OFFSETTING WORK?
Offsets are independently verified emissions that support projects sponsored by authorities such as the Verified Carbon Standard (VERRA) and purchased in an amount equal to your carbon emissions footprint before being permanently retired in a public registry.
WHAT IS A COMPREHENSIVE EMISSIONS OFFSET?
A comprehensive emissions offset determines the CO2 and non-CO2 impact (in CO2-equivalent) of a flight and uses verified carbon credits to offset the entire emissions footprint.
WHAT IS A CARBON OFFSET?
A carbon offset broadly refers to a reduction in GHG emissions — or an increase in carbon storage (e.g., through land restoration or the planting of trees) — that is used to compensate for emissions that occur elsewhere.
HOW IS C0 2 CONVERTED TO C0 2 e?
Climate impacts can be compared using an emissions index, in this case, the GWP*100, to convert the effects of non-C02 emissions into a C02-equivalent amount (C02e).
ARE MY OFFSETS TAX DEDUCTIBLE?
As of May 2021, offsets, reductions or contributions made through the Flexjet Sustainability Program and 4AIR are not tax-deductible or eligible for tax credits.
LEVEL 2 (SILVER) EMISSION NEUTRAL
C0 2 e
The formula used to account for the carbon dioxide equivalent warming impact of non-CO2 emissions
The percentage of C02 neutralized to account for non-carbon pollutants like aerosols and nitrous oxides
Nitrous oxide (NOx ) emissions possess 298 times more warming potential than carbon dioxide
The impact of aviation as a percentage of all emissions (C02 and C02 e)
298 X 300% 5% 2/3
The fraction of all aircraft-related emissions composed of non-carbon (C02e) pollutants
LEVEL 3 EMISSIONS REDUCTION (SAF) OPTIONAL
POWER PROGRESS BY ASCENDING NEUTRALITY
This available solution lets our aircraft Owners go above and beyond neutral by sponsoring direct emissions reductions through the use and support of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) made from renewable sources.
WHAT IS SUSTAINABLE AVIATION FUEL (SAF)?
SAF is jet fuel made from renewable sources that qualify as sustainable feedstocks, the largest of which is used cooking oil or grease, creating fewer emissions while supporting clean energy production.
CAN MY AIRCRAFT UTILIZE SAF?
SAF “drop-in” fuel that can be safely blended with fossil jet fuel without technical or equipment modifications, as it shares the same characteristics and meets the same specifications.
WHY IS SAF BLENDED?
Standards require that SAF be combined with conventional jet fuel to qualify as a drop-in solution, often resulting in a maximum 50/50 blend that also accounts for the current limited availability of SAF.
WHY A MINIMUM REDUCTION OF 5%?
A commitment to a 5% direct reduction with SAF is a great place to start contributing to sustainability, as it aligns with aviation’s share of global emissions and increases the demand for SAF throughout the industry.
WHY USE A “BOOK-AND-CLAIM” REGISTRY?
With SAF availability currently limited, this system enables our aircraft Owners to purchase SAF when it is unobtainable and still receive all reductions credits while it is added to the fuel supply elsewhere.
LEVEL 3 (GOLD)
BEYOND NEUTRAL
300,000+
The number of flights powered by Sustainable Aviation Fuel in the last decade
The percentage of aviation emissions related to the combustion of fossil jet fuel
70-90% 90%
The percentage of aviation emissions that can be offset by using SAF
50%
The percentage of all aviation emissions that have been generated in the last 20 years
96 BILLION
The approximate number of gallons of fossil jet fuel used by aviation annually
LEVEL 4 – RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT (ACF) OPTIONAL
RISE UP AND BECOME PART OF THE SOLUTION
This option enables you to advance the creation of aviation technologies designed to help achieve sustainable air travel through direct contributions to the innovative Aviation Climate Fund (ACF).
WHAT IS THE AVIATION CLIMATE FUND (ACF)?
The ACF is a research-focused fund dedicated to the future of private aviation, mobilizing funds to nonprofits and academic institutions globally to work on aviation efficiencies and innovations.
WHY SUPPORT THESE EFFORTS?
The environmental sustainability of both private and commercial aviation is no longer just important; it is absolutely imperative if we are to both maintain and advance the freedom of mobility we enjoy today.
HOW DOES THE ACF MAKE A DIFFERENCE?
Through grants and contributions benefiting both private and university-based research, the ACF mobilizes funds from stakeholders across aviation to expedite the market-readiness of emissions-lowering breakthroughs.
WHAT ARE EXAMPLES OF RECENT TECHNOLOGY?
Industry progress has come in the form of longer-lasting electric aircraft batteries and the expansion of fuels made from renewable sources, to name a few. The ACF will support the advancement of new flight optimization algorithms, operational mitigation of environmental impacts and more.
IS MAJOR PROGRESS POSSIBLE?
Today’s average aircraft releases approximately half the amount of carbon dioxide (C02) than jets in service just a few decades earlier, with new technology accelerating what and how much can be achieved by the day.
The estimated amount of growth of global air traffic in just the past 15 years
80 MILLION
The number of tons of C02 emissions avoided thanks to canted winglet devices, a recent innovation
65% 2050
The year the aviation industry in the U.S. has committed to cutting carbon emissions by half, which the ACF exists to help accelerate
The target number of emissions generated via aviation by 2050, a goal the ACF exists to help support
50%
The increased efficiency of today’s aircraft compared to those of 30 years ago due to aviation technology
THE PROJECT PORTFOLIO
LIFT UP PROGRESS WORLDWIDE
Our project portfolio represents a diverse array of initiatives with the power to make your frequent flying a part of air travel’s pursuit of sustainability. Independently verified to meet the highest standards, our list of results-driven offset projects is constantly evolving to include new regions and efforts from across the world.
Aligned with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, each project is selected and maintained based on specific, science-based criteria and independently verified results.
PRAIRIE WIND FARM PROJECT
NORTH DAKOTA – UNITED STATES
NORTHEAST IMPROVED FOREST MANAGEMENT PROJECT MASSACHUSETTS – UNITED STATES
NORTH CAROLINA
AVOIDED FOREST CONVERSION PROJECT NORTH CAROLINA – UNITED STATES
PROJECT KEY
FOREST CONSERVATION
COOKSTOVE PROJECTS
RENEWABLE ENERGY
USAK WINDFARM TURKEY
ALKUMRU HYDROELECTRICITY PROJECT TURKEY
MAI NDOMBE REDD+ PROJECT DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO
IMPROVED COOKSTOVE PROJECT RWANDA
INDIA SOLAR ENERGY PROJECT INDIA
FOREST CONSERVATION
The importance of forests cannot be understated. We depend on them for our survival, from the air we breathe to the structures we build. They provide habitats for animals, offer watershed protection, prevent soil erosion and mitigate the effects of climate change by removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and storing it.
Forestlands make an essential contribution to food security by helping to maintain the environmental conditions required for agricultural production. They stabilize the soil, prevent erosion, enhance the land’s capacity to store water and moderate both air and soil temperatures. Around the world, there are opportunities to protect and restore these essential ecosystems.
IS A TYPE OF WETLAND WITH SANDY, PEAT SOIL. THE TERM COMES FROM AN EASTERN ALGONQUIN WORD MEANING “SWAMP-ON-A-HILL.”
100,000
THE ESTIMATED NUMBER OF WATERFOWL WHO RESIDE IN THE AREA BETWEEN NOVEMBER AND JANUARY EACH YEAR.
NORTH CAROLINA AVOIDED FOREST CONVERSION PROJECT
NORTH CAROLINA – UNITED STATES
Nearly 1,500 acres of forest in Tyrrell County, North Carolina, are protected from human development such as burning, plowing or draining. If not for this project, this land would likely be harvested and destroyed. In preserving this particular forest, the trees will, in turn, protect nearby freshwater systems such as the magnificent Pocosin Lakes, along with wildlife native to the area, including the black bear, bald eagle and red wolf.
DISTRIBUTING MODERN COOKSTOVES
Nearly three billion people worldwide do not have access to modern cooking devices, forcing them to prepare meals over an open flame — often inside of their homes. Not only does this practice often lead to respiratory illnesses and heart problems, it requires quite a bit of fuel — usually wood or coal. According to The World Bank, residential solid fuel burning accounts for up to 58% of global black carbon emissions and more than one gigaton of carbon dioxide per year. This problem disproportionately and adversely affects women and children, as half of the four million premature deaths caused each year by indoor air pollution claim youth under the age of five.
THE PERCENTAGE OF TREE COVER LOST TO DEFORESTATION IN RWANDA FROM 2001-2020. 7.6%
IMPROVED COOKSTOVE PROJECT
RWANDA
Support of this project brings improved cookstoves to families so that they no longer need to cook over open flames inside their homes. Using modern cookstoves allow these communities to reduce their reliance on wood and coal and, as a result, reduce both air pollution indoors and the carbon emissions emitted into the environment.
When families use less wood or coal for cooking, they don’t have to spend so much time searching for fuel for the fire, as some spend hours a day collecting enough firewood to cook just one meal. More importantly, these cookstoves eliminate the exposure of families to lung-damaging emissions.
RENEWABLE ENERGY
To address climate change, we must also help countries work toward access to affordable and sustainable energy as a key part of eradicating poverty through reliable access to electricity from renewable sources.
From wind turbine farms and solar panel grids to hydroelectric power networks, renewable energy can offer fuel from a clean source that does not generate earth-warming emissions like traditional fossil-based jet fuels.
THE PERCENTAGE OF POWER NORTH DAKOTA GOT FROM WIND RESOURCES IN 2019.
NORTH DAKOTA HAS THE HIGHEST INSTALLED CAPACITY FOR WINDPOWERED ENERGY PER CAPITA IN THE UNITED STATES. 25.18%
THE NUMBER OF WIND TURBINES IN NORTH DAKOTA AS OF 2019. 1,900
PRAIRIE WIND FARM PROJECT
NORTH DAKOTA – UNITED STATES
North Dakota leads the nation in wind power generation, producing about a quarter of the electricity for more than one million homes. This project, the Basin Electric Power Cooperative, sits about two hours north of Bismarck, North Dakota. The farm comprises 77 wind turbines (1.5 megawatts each), creating power that travels to the Western Area Power Administration’s Upper Great Plains East region.
If not for wind turbines, the necessary electricity would have been provided by traditional fossil fuel-based sources. Not only will these turbines reduce reliance on fossil fuels, but their source – wind – is unlimited.
WHY 4AIR?
4AIR integrates carbon offsetting, sustainable fuels and new technology into a comprehensive approach, helping private aviation become a critical part of our sustainable future.
As the first organization of its kind focused solely on private aviation, 4AIR possesses an exceptional project portfolio built on results-driven sustainability initiatives in place across the globe.
4AIR is uniquely positioned to purchase offsets at a large scale, helping private aviation support leading verified projects while enabling you to achieve your sustainability goals.
HELP US RISE TO THE OCCASION
We recognize that the fate of our shared planet — as well as the freedom of mobility that defines our connected way of life — is dependent upon a relentless pursuit of absolute sustainability. In other words, the time for action is now.
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