REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, DENPASAR –- International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) discussed the possibility of using bio-fueled aircraft. It was discussed by aviation experts on ‘The 2nd International Green Aviation Conference (IGAC) in Kuta, Bali.
"We are trying to reduce carbon emissions from air transportation," said Minister of Transportation, Ignatius Jonan, Wednesday (19/8).
Jonan said that there were three main issues discussed in the meeting of 2nd IGAC. Besides the use of bio-fueled aircraft, the meeting was also discussed about the carbon trading scheme issue and increase of flight operation procedures.
Meanwhile, Director General of Control and Management of Solid Waste and Toxic Substances, Ministry of Environment, Tuti Hendrawati, said that she expected the discussion can increase people awareness to reduce carbon emissions.
Indonesia targeted to reduce 26 percent of greenhouse emissions in 2020. “Of course, every country do the same effort, to reduced emissions," she said.
IGAC 2015 was attended by 160 participants from different countries. They include aircraft operators, airport operators, aviation authorities, and airlines associations.
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