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AOPA Luxembourg has decided to take a proactive approach in shaping the future and promoting sustainable development by implementing a carbon strategy. At the General Assembly in March 2022, this idea was first presented. AOPA Lux proposed a new way of looking at the General Aviation and how it could be changed for the better. A more sustainable approach, that could be implemented on a global scale. This idea was met with enthusiasm and support from many of the attendees, and has since been developed further and implemented in AOPA’s activities

This new approach for reducing and neutralization carbon footprint has been fully supported by Mr. Francois Bausch, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Mobility and Public Works of the Government of Luxembourg, He is a strong advocate to keep going in this direction. He believes that this is the best path for to take and encourages AOPA Lux to keep the heading.

The concept was also presented at the IAOPA Regional Meeting. Although there was some skepticism if the GA would really be able to satisfy the climate activists with this initiative there was a warm reception of the project. The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association Luxembourg at least will be fully implementing a carbon neutral approach in all of its activities, and beyond.
This approach will benefit all members, aircraft owners and pilots, by reducing the environmental impact of their activities. They are confident that this initiative will have a positive effect on the environment and are excited to begin implementing it systematically, based on flight hours and real fuel consumption. The total compensation amount per member, will go to an NGO called Graine de Vie which is dedicated to protection, afforestation and reforestation. The carbon offsetting is ensured by planting trees in large-scale projects whose nurseries an plantations are managed by Graine de Vie.