The Taskforce will support the development of sustainable aviation fuels, zero-emission flights, and improve aviation system efficiency. Credit: Bulent camci/Shutterstock.

The UK government has unveiled a revamped taskforce, called the Jet Zero Taskforce, aimed at steering the aviation sector towards a sustainable future.

The Jet Zero Taskforce, announced by Transport Minister Louise Haigh, is expected to transform the aviation industry by aligning with national objectives to become a clean energy superpower and stimulate economic growth.

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The taskforce will conduct annual CEO-level meetings led by Haigh to outline priorities and monitor advancements.

The group’s membership spans industries and will include Business Minister Jonathan Reynolds Energy Minister Ed Miliband, CEOs from leading airlines and airports, fuel producers, trade bodies, and academic institutions.

The Taskforce mandate includes supporting the development and adoption of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) and zero-emission flights, along with enhancing the efficiency of aviation systems.

It will also address the broader environmental impact of aviation, including non-CO2 emissions such as vapour trails. The first meeting, scheduled for 4 December, will prioritise SAF, a key component of the UK’s strategy for greener flying.

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UK State Transport Secretary Louise Haigh said: “Climate change is one of the biggest challenges we face, and together with industry, I am determined to build an aviation sector that’s future-ready and better for the planet.

“We need to make flying a cleaner, greener experience and the new and improved Jet Zero Taskforce will be the driving force behind this transition.”

In support of these objectives, the SAF Mandate has been enacted, mandating an incremental increase in the use of SAF starting from 1 January 2025, with a goal of 22% by 2040.

The Taskforce will have an expert group, co-chaired by Minister for Aviation and Maritime Mike Kane MP and Virgin Atlantic‘s vice president Holly Boyd-Boland, to identify and overcome decarbonisation challenges.

Airports UK CEO Karen Dee said: “This Taskforce, which will build on the work of the previous body, will continue to ensure government and industry collaborate to deliver on our net zero carbon commitments and that future aviation is sustainable.

“The UK is positioned well to take advantage of the entirely new sectors that sustainable aviation will create, generating new jobs and economic growth while reducing emissions from international travel.”

The launch coincides with the UK’s commitment of up to £450,000 to assist other nations in adopting sustainable aviation measures.

This initiative complements the UK’s target to slash emissions by 81% by 2035, announced at COP29 in Azerbaijan.