The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has unveiled the region’s first digital platform dedicated to implementing the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA).
This marks a major step forward in the UAE’s commitment to reducing international aviation emissions.
CORSIA, introduced by the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) in 2016 and implemented globally in 2019, provides a structured framework to minimise aviation emissions.
The newly launched platform is designed to simplify the calculation of offset and reduction values for carbon units used by national carriers.
Saif Mohammed Al Suwaidi, Director-General of the GCAA said: “The UAE is fully committed to adhering to all global and international requirements to reduce the negative impact of international aviation emissions. Since ICAO’s first climate change resolution for the aviation sector in 2010, the UAE has supported ICAO’s efforts in this vital area and has continuously collaborated with ICAO member states to achieve all targets aimed at reducing international aviation emissions.”
“A prime example is the recent adoption of the ‘Dubai Framework for Aviation Fuel’ in November 2023, with an ambitious goal of reducing international aviation emissions by 5 per cent by 2030,” he added.
The digital platform replaces traditional manual processes for data submission, significantly reducing review times and minimising human error. It ensures data confidentiality and ease of use for UAE carriers.
In addition to its operational efficiencies, the platform serves as an archival system, maintaining a comprehensive digital record of international emissions data. This database will play a crucial role in the development of future applications aimed at offsetting and reducing carbon emissions in the aviation sector.
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