The Lufthansa Group expanded its Green Fares initiative to include long-haul flights, taking a strategic step by testing the fare on twelve selected routes from November 30. These routes, connecting Lufthansa Group hubs with various global destinations, showcased the airline's commitment to sustainability. Green Fares were also extended to routes with connecting flights, offering a diverse selection to address different target groups.
In pursuing more sustainable flying, Christina Foerster, a member of the Lufthansa Group executive board responsible for brand and sustainability, emphasised the increasing demand for eco-friendly travel options. The test on long-haul flights was crucial for gaining insights into further developing a portfolio of sustainable travel.
Harry Hohmeister, another executive board member responsible for global markets and networks, highlighted the Lufthansa Group's role as a pioneer in offering simple, easy-to-book, and individualised options for more sustainable flying. The extension of Green Fares to selected long-haul flights underscored the strength of the multi-hub and multi-brand strategy.
The success of the Green Fares introduced for European and North African routes in February was evident, with over 500,000 passengers opting for this eco-friendly option since its launch.
The Green Fares long-haul fare incorporated a comprehensive approach to sustainability by offsetting individual CO2 emissions through Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and contributions to climate protection projects. The reduction of 10 percent in CO2 emissions through SAF, coupled with offsetting the remaining 90 percent through climate protection projects, demonstrated the Lufthansa Group's commitment to environmental responsibility.
The compensation portfolio consists of 15 projects aimed at driving the development of the CO2 compensation market toward new technologies.
The twelve selected test routes, offered by Lufthansa Group airlines, including Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, and SWISS, spanned key connections such as Bangkok to Vienna, Frankfurt to Miami, and Zurich to Los Angeles.
In line with ambitious sustainability goals, the Lufthansa Group aimed to achieve a neutral CO2 balance by 2050 and a 50 percent reduction in net CO2 emissions by 2030 compared to 2019. The Lufthansa Group's commitment to effective climate protection focused on fleet modernisation, SAF utilisation, optimised flight operations, and sustainable options for private travellers and corporate customers. Supporting global climate and weather research further underscored the Lufthansa Group's dedication to sustainability, recognised positively by independent rating organisations.
