The Impact of Aviation Business on Global Climate Change

Nisakorn Nakornkao

Institute of Metropolitan Development, Navamindradhiraj University, Thailand

Abstract: In twenty first centuries, climate crisis is one of the crucial problems which occurs globally. Climate change is mainly derived by man-made and/or human activities from various sectors such as industry, energy, agriculture and aviation business. Air pollution and climate change caused by aircraft engine are the significant issues which should be urgently solved. CO₂ emission reduction schemes are significant keys to control the concentration of atmospheric carbon dioxide. This article will identify the causes and the impact of aviation business on climate change. And how to mitigate carbon emission, carbon offset program including how to calculate the amount of carbon emissions for the airline. So, International Air Transport Association (IATA) and International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) has set the target and how to reduce CO₂ in order to afford the airlines to join the carbon offset activities for protecting the world atmosphere.