Navigating sustainability in aviation – Join Base Chief Pilot JP Wilson for a journey through Alaska Airlines’ path to net zero carbon emissions by 2040

As we head into Earth Month, we reflect on the impact of aviation on our planet and explore sustainable solutions for the future of air travel. Learn more about our efforts from our Portland Base Chief Pilot, JP Wilson.

What do breaking the sound barrier, Neil Armstrong and Alaska Airlines have in common?

In partnership with NASA, Boeing and other airlines, we are participating in the Sustainable Flight Demonstrator to test cutting edge aviation technology.

How Bristol Bay sockeye salmon flies to your table with Alaska Air Cargo

More than half the world’s sockeye salmon comes from Bristol Bay, where multigenerational fishing families are deeply invested in protecting the sustainable catch For thousands of families who fish Bristol Bay in Southwest Alaska — the world’s largest sockeye fishery — working the family boat is a rite of passage. The adrenaline of the short…

Alaska Airlines employee sparks innovative recycling tactic in Nome, Alaska, changing the game for Cargo business & planet

Auk Tozier, a ramp agent in Nome, Alaska, recently inspired a new way to transport recyclables from her hometown that otherwise wouldn’t make it out. The effort not only cares for her community but also the planet, which we love!

Alaska Airlines and the Surfrider Foundation partner to protect coastal habitats and reduce waste from single-use plastics

This Earth Month, Alaska and Surfrider are planning a series of clean-up events in California, Hawaii and the Pacific Northwest, to help protect the ocean, waves and beaches in the incredible places where we live and fly.

Alaska Airlines partners with Punky Aloha Studio on Hawaiʻi-themed airplane

In celebration of more than 15 years of service in the Hawaiian Islands, Alaska Airlines is partnering with Hawaiʻi-based illustrator, Shar Tuiʻasoa of Punky Aloha Studio to design our second special-edition painted aircraft in honor of the Aloha State. The artwork for the new aircraft will reflect Hawaiʻi’s Pledge To Our Keiki and will be revealed later this year.

Alaska Airlines becomes first U.S. airline to eliminate plastic cups on board

We’ve sent plastic cups packing! The change removes 55 million plastic cups annually and replaces them with a more planet-friendly alternative.

Q&A with SFO-featured Artist Anne Neely about sustainability: responsibility and stewardship for the next generation

A powerful painting called Offshore by Artist Anne Neely is proudly displayed in Alaska’s San Francisco airport lounge, inviting guests and employees to take a moment to reflect on our collective responsibility to live and fly more sustainably.

Alaska Airlines, Microsoft and Twelve partner to advance new form of sustainable aviation fuel

Today we announced a new partnership with Microsoft & Twelve with the goal of advancing sustainable aviation fuel using Twelve’s E-Jet®—a low carbon jet fuel produced from recaptured CO2, water & renewable energy.

Alaska Airlines’ sustainability report champions climate action, social impact, commitment to people and greener travel

Each year, we share the journey of our environmental and social impact in an annual report, sharing data, progress, learnings and stories. We know there will always be more work to do when it comes to our environmental and social impact. We’ll keep pushing forward with care to ensure that aviation is a positive force in our world.

Pledge To Our Keiki to help leave Hawai‘i better than you found it

Giving back to the places we fly is one way to care for the planet. Recently travel2change helped us restore natural habitats along the coast of Hawaii. We took the Pledge To Our Keiki to hold ourselves accountable & encourage our guests to do the same.

Earth Month: 5 ways you can join Alaska Airlines in caring for the planet

At Alaska, we make conscious choices every day to reduce the impact of our operations in big ways—like purchasing the most fuel-efficient aircraft and using sustainable aviation fuels – and seemingly little ones like composting coffee grounds onboard and using locally made food and beverages. Every action has an impact. We are also here to help our guests find ways to be a conscious traveler and lighten their carbon footprint. See how we’re making progress, and how you can join us.

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