As a vital national strategic industry underpinning China’s modernized economic system, the civil aviation sector plays critical role in advancing green development, which will significantly contribute to achieving China’s dual carbon goals. At the same time, the aviation industry is globally recognized as a hard-to-mitigate sector with inherent international characteristics. Amid the rising global emphasis on sustainable development, green and low-carbon transformation in civil aviation has become
a key focus for the international community.
Course Structure:
This course is organized into four Units:
1. Background of Sustainable Development in Civil Aviation
2. Emission Reduction Measures for Aviation Operations
3. International and Domestic Aviation Environmental Governance Policies
4. Frontier Issues in Civil Aviation Sustainability
Learning Outcomes:
Through this course, students will:
- Gain expertise in global climate change mitigation and green development strategies specific to the aviation industry.
- Master practical environmental governance measures, including low-emission technology adoption, clean fuel utilization,air/ground operational efficiency enhancements, and carbon pricing mechanisms, along with their future trends, regulations, and standards.
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of international and domestic policy frameworks governing aviation environmental governance.
- Explore cutting-edge challenges and innovations in aviation sustainability.
Course Development:
Designed by a dedicated team of instructors, this course leverages over a decade of research achievements in aviation green development and firsthand expertise from participation in the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)’s Committee on Aviation Environmental Protection. The course is supported by tailored teaching materials that integrate theoretical knowledge with real-world applications.
Course Value:
This program aims to equip students with the practical skills needed to engage in international and domestic aviation environmental governance initiatives, while fostering research capabilities in aviation environmental planning, management, and sustainable development. It cultivates a global perspective, enabling students to navigate international environmental regulations and contribute to the aviation industry’s transition toward a sustainable future.
