Class Green Aviation

The aviation sector is highly dynamic and is a driver of economic growth and the mobilisation of people and goods at an increasing rate. Despite the contribution of technological advances, the uninterrupted growth of air traffic leads to an increase in the environmental impacts inherent in air activity. This curricular unit aims to make known to students the environmental and sustainable issues in aviation and its management, with special emphasis on sustainable alternative fuels, climate change, diversity and the pillars of green aviation.

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General contextualization - introduction to the topic of the air transport industry; Air transport system and the environment Sustainability - Introduction. Axes of sustainability - Aviation and the economic, social and environmental aspects Axis of sustainability - Aviation and the economic aspect The challenges of the Air Transport Industry Aviation and Environment: Data and Figures Aviation Sector Overview. Aviation and the Ecological Footprint: Environmental Impacts and Targets Technological development and design Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) Air Traffic Management and Operations - Market-Based Measures Airport Infrastructure Management

Learning based on solving problems close to reality that allows students to apply the knowledge acquired in the context of the classroom and outside it as well as the development of critical thinking, cooperation and teamwork. The use of digital technologies and the application of puzzles to develop the creative spirit is encouraged.

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