Overview

• Between 2019 and 2023, private jet emissions rose by 46%, contributing 15.6 million tonnes of CO2 last year.
• Nearly half of all private jet flights are under 500 kilometers, with some as short as 50 kilometers.
• The rise in emissions is largely attributed to leisure travel and attendance at major events like the World Economic Forum and Cannes Film Festival.
• The study highlights the disproportionate environmental impact of private jets, which emit more CO2 per hour than an average person does annually.
• Researchers call for stricter regulations on private aviation to curb its growing contribution to climate change.