- LOT Polish Airlines has become the first carrier to integrate Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) emissions reductions into data reported through the IATA CO2 Connect calculator.
- By applying defined accounting rules for SAF within per-passenger CO2 calculations, the airline aims to provide greater transparency around emissions reductions and support consistent Measurement, Reporting and Verification (MRV) standards across the industry.
- IATA CO2 Connect now includes more than 100 participating airlines, reflecting growing momentum towards standardised aviation emissions reporting.
LOT Polish Airlines has become the first carrier to report emissions data into the IATA CO2 Connect calculator incorporating carbon reductions linked to Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) usage.
The update follows defined accounting rules on how SAF-related reductions should be reflected in per-passenger CO2 data, marking a shift towards more standardised emissions reporting across the industry.
“SAF is the most effective way today to reduce aviation emissions. As we ramp up the use of these fuels, we want passengers to understand the impact of the emissions reduction and our contribution to the industry goal of netzero emissions by 2050. IATA CO2 Connect allows us to do so,” said Anna Kowalska, expert responsible for data collection and MRV at LOT Polish Airlines.
She added: “At LOT, we are committed to building a transparent framework for credible SAF accounting, working closely with IATA to ensure consistent and robust Measurement, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) standards across the industry.”
LOT was among the first airlines to submit operational data to IATA CO2 Connect, which has now surpassed 100 participating carriers. The development reflects growing pressure on airlines to move beyond high-level sustainability pledges towards measurable and verifiable emissions reporting frameworks — an issue increasingly relevant for cargo operators and forwarders facing Scope 3 scrutiny.