航空运输如何促进全球可持续发展

How air transport contributes to sustainabledevelopment around the world ATAG is supporting the United Nations Decade of Sustainable Transport CONTENTS Foreword02 About the UN Decade of Sustainable Transport(2026 – 2035)03 Civil aviation supports sustainable development aroundthe globe04 FOREWORD Aviation is more than just a mode of transport. It is a catalyst for economicdevelopment and social progress, supporting 86.5 million jobs around the world andaccounting for 3.9% of global economic activity. Air transport fosters tourism andtrade and opens pathways for international business and cultural exchange. The United Nations Decade of Sustainable Transport, beginning in 2026, offersa defining moment for not only the aviation community but the entire globaltransport sector to raise awareness of mobility’s crucial role in contributing to theSustainable Development Goals and to advance these goals globally beyond 2030.For civil aviation, it is a chance to reaffirm its commitment in fostering sustainabledevelopment around the world and to put a spotlight on the socio-economicand environmental benefits of those measures, resources and partnerships thatorganisations across the air transport value chain are driving forward. For civil aviation, the UN Decade ofSustainable Transport is a chanceto reaffirm its commitment infostering sustainable developmentaround the world. HALDANE DODD Executive DirectorAir Transport Action Group (ATAG) Aviation provides lifelines for remote communities, supports emergency andhumanitarian efforts and provides the very foundation for keeping the worldmoving. These contributions are reflected across the Sustainable DevelopmentGoals, from reducing inequalities and supporting decent work, to enablinginnovation, global partnerships and economic growth. As we look ahead to theDecade, it is vital that these wider societal benefits guide the future of air transport. At the same time, the industry is working hard to address its environmentalresponsibilities to reduce its impact on the climate. As we continue our journeytowards net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, we are expanding the use of cleanerfuels and implementing more efficient technologies and operational improvementsthat will shape the aviation sector of tomorrow. But sustainable transport is morethan just efficiency. It is about accessibility, inclusivity, resilience, and the ability ofpeople everywhere to participate in a connected world. The UN Decade of Sustainable Transport offers a platform to bring these elementstogether. For aviation, it is an opportunity to articulate what we contribute todayand what we can deliver in the years ahead: a global network that supports humandevelopment and underpins the social and economic foundation of nations. This publication highlights those contributions, drawing on insights andperspectives from partners across the air transport community. It aimsto demonstrate what the global aviation industry brings to the table overthe next decade. I invite the international community, governments, organisations, and industryleaders across the globe to work with us in shaping a transport future that isinclusive, resilient and more sustainable. ABOUT THE UN DECADE OF SUSTAINABLETRANSPORT (2026 – 2035) Transport emphasises inclusive mobility and puts a spotlighton the sector’s central role in tackling the global climate andenvironmental crisis. Member States asked the United Nations Department ofEconomic and Social Affairs to develop an ImplementationPlan for the Decade, which was presented on 10 December2025 at the UN headquarters in New York City. This workhas been carried out in collaboration with the UN RegionalCommissions and in consultation with Member States, the UNsystem and other key stakeholders. The Implementation Planwill guide global action throughout the UN Decade, helping toadvance transport systems that are sustainable, inclusive andresilient. This publication showcases initiatives from acrossthe air transport sector that align with the ImplementationPlan, highlighting the concrete actions being taken today tocreate a more sustainable tomorrow. Transport is the backbone of modern society. It links peopleto jobs, education, markets and healthcare, and it connectscommunities to one another. By enabling the movementof goods that fuel businesses and supply chains, transportdrives long-term economic growth and shared prosperity.While there is no stand-alone Sustainable Development Goal(SDG) on transport, the global transport sector underpinsprogress across the entire 2030 Agenda. Ultimately, the UN Decade of Sustainable Transport is a callfor collective action. It invites governments, industry, civilsociety, financial institutions and the UN system to align theirstrategies and investments with a shared vision for accessible,efficient, environmentally sustainable and resilient transport.By working together, the global community can use thisUN Decade to drive transformative chan