TAP Air Portugal obtains IATA Environmental Certification (IENVA)

TAP and Portugália's Landmark Commitment to Environmental Sustainability.TAP Air Portugal and Portugália Airlines are celebrating a historic milestone in their commitment to environmental sustainability by achieving IATA Environmental Assessment (IEnvA) certification. This is the first environmental certification of its kind for both airlines, reaffirming their commitment to adopting sustainable and responsible practices in the aviation sector.IEnvA certification, based on the ISO 14001 standard, reflects the implementation of a robust environmental management system, designed to guarantee the effective application of good practices that minimise environmental impacts, which involved defining and applying a comprehensive Environmental Policy for both companies. In this first phase, IEnvA certification targeted activities with significant environmental impacts associated with the two companies' global flight operations and corporate buildings in Portugal."This certification represents an important step in our ongoing sustainability journey. We are committed to leading by example, reducing the environmental impacts of our operations and promoting more responsible aviation," says Luís Rodrigues, CEO of TAP Air Portugal. "This is recognition of the joint work of our teams and TAP's ongoing commitment to the future of the planet."IEnvA certification is just one of several steps TAP has taken to consolidate its commitment to sustainability. Throughout 2024, the Company continued its fleet renewal and modernisation programme, replacing old aircraft with more modern models, which are more efficient in terms of fuel consumption and carbon emissions. TAP has also gradually replaced its fleet of operational and corporate vehicles with electric or hybrid models, having invested in the installation of electric charging stations on the TAP Campus, which are also available for use by employees.Another important initiative is the Sustainable Cabin project: in partnership with Cateringpor, TAP has implemented a project to recycle waste generated on board flights arriving in Lisbon. This project relies on the active participation of cabin crew, who play a crucial role in the success of the initiative. In addition, TAP has introduced reusable and recyclable utensils in economy class on its long-haul flights.As of this year, TAP will be using a SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) fuel level in line with the practice defined by the European Union for refuelling at airports in the European Union, the United Kingdom and Switzerland. The level for this year is two per cent and this alternative fuel, although more expensive, represents an important step towards aviation with a lower environmental impact. To partially offset the additional costs, TAP will introduce a SAF surcharge, which will apply on departure from European airports (except domestic flights). This surcharge ranges from two euros in Economy class in Europe to 24 euros in Business for intercontinental flights.The achievement of IEnvA certification is a testament to the ongoing commitment of TAP Air Portugal and Portugália Airlines to creating a lasting positive impact on the aviation sector and society. Committed to adopting procedures that continually improve the environmental performance of their operations, the airlines reaffirm their commitment to a more sustainable future, aligning themselves with the '4thefuture' concept that guides their environmental initiatives.