Sustainability
Sustainability
Making the difference
Here’s how we deliver our environmental sustainability strategy and support the Paris Agreement, the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the aviation industry’s Destination 2050.
Invest in New Aircraft Technology
Invest in Sustainable Aviation Fuel*
Decarbonise our Operations
Decarbonise our Supply Chain
Support Government Policy & Reform
Latest Updates
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RYANAIR EMISSION REDUCTION TARGETS APPROVED BY SBTi
Ryanair, Europe’s no. 1 airline, today (17 Oct) announced that the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) has formally validated its near-term emission reduction target[1]. Ryanair’s near-term target conforms with the SBTi Aviation pathway and is classified in line with a 1.5o trajectory. This sees the Group committing to reduce its carbon intensity by 27% by…
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RYANAIR EXTENDS TRINITY COLLEGE DUBLIN PARTNERSHIP TO 2030 & DONATES FURTHER €2.5M TO SUSTAINABLE AVIATION RESEARCH
RESEARCH SHOWS 43% EMISSION REDUCTION BY USING 50% SAF BLEND Ryanair, Europe’s no. 1 airline, announced today (Thurs, 9th May) the extension… read more
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RYANAIR PURCHASES 1,000 TONNES OF SAF FROM SHELL
Ryanair, Europe’s no. 1 airline, today (28 Mar) announced that it has purchased 1,000 tonnes of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from global… read more
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RYANAIR TO TAKE ADDITIONAL 500 TONNES SAF FROM OMV IN 2024
Following Ryanair’s purchase of 500 tonnes of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from OMV in October last, the airline has today (8th Mar)… read more
We align to the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals
Sustainability Report FY25
Aviation With Purpose
Within our Sustainability Report 2025, learn more about the ambitious goals we’ve set to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Previous reports
Sustainability Report FY24
Sustainability Report FY23
Sustainability Report FY22
Sustainability Report FY21
*Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is an alternative to conventional aviation fuels, potentially reducing the industry’s reliance on fossil fuels. While SAF emits similar CO₂ levels during combustion, its lifecycle CO₂ impact is significantly lower – at least 65% less than fossil-based kerosene – thanks to its production from non-fossil resources like used cooking oil. Nonetheless, the CO2 emissions caused during the flight remain almost the same. As per ReFuelEU Aviation Regulation, we ensure that the SAF we select meets strict sustainability standards.
Despite its limited availability and impact when compared to the entire sector’s footprint, SAF usage is a positive step forward. The EU mandates fuel providers to mix on average 2% of SAF for flights departing from the EU.