Overview

• The Cologne Regional Court has prohibited Lufthansa from using specific advertising claims about CO2 compensation and sustainable aviation fuels (SAF).
• The court found Lufthansa's claims misleading, particularly the suggestion that flights could be made climate-neutral through monetary contributions.
• The lawsuit was filed by Deutsche Umwelthilfe (DUH), which hailed the ruling as a major victory against greenwashing and consumer deception.
• Lufthansa stated it is aware of the ruling and is carefully reviewing the decision, which is not yet legally binding.
• The case highlights growing scrutiny of environmental marketing in high-carbon industries like aviation and the role of advocacy groups in promoting accountability.