There is a lot of concern about the environment today and what is going on with global warming and things like that. Airlines are one of the biggest targets of environmentalists everywhere. There is plenty of talk about reducing your carbon footprint and going green and even recycling. So how does this all relate to the airline industry?
United Airlines, which is one of the largest airlines in the industry, has publically made a commitment to protect the environment both while in the air and on the ground. As an effort to the cause, they have reinstated their carbon offset program. With this program it allows the passenger to calculate the carbon footprint of their flight on United. They can also learn how to reduce carbon emissions and also receive the opportunity to contribute to programs that are proven as effective by purchasing carbon offsets. Carbon offsetting is the process that is designed to lessen the effects of greenhouse gas emissions that come from the use of fossil fuels.
