In the drive toward net zero, data and modelling have become indispensable tools for shaping aviation’s decarbonisation strategies. From industry-wide roadmaps to airline-specific sustainability plans, robust modelling helps assess the effectiveness of various pathways, identify gaps, and inform critical policy and investment decisions. But how do different models compare, and what do they reveal about the industry’s trajectory?
This panel will bring together experts from industry, academia, and regulatory bodies to explore the role of data in mapping aviation’s transition. Speakers will examine how leading sustainability roadmaps—whether from ICAO, IATA, national governments, or individual airlines—align or diverge in their assumptions and projections. The discussion will highlight key levers for carbon reduction, from SAF adoption and fleet modernisation to operational efficiencies and emerging technologies. By dissecting the latest modelling approaches, this session will provide a clearer picture of aviation’s progress toward net zero, facilitate informed debate on policy and investment priorities, and showcase the rigorous efforts being made to reduce the sector’s carbon footprint.