Carbon Credits
The JAL Group prioritizes reducing CO2 emissions from aircraft by upgrading to more fuel-efficient aircraft and utilizing Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). In addition to these direct reduction efforts, we endorse the approach of the International Civil Aviation Organization's (ICAO) CORSIA framework. We are promoting measures to address residual emissions that are difficult to reduce by utilizing "carbon credits," which involve purchasing CO2 emissions that have been curtailed in non-aviation sectors.
1. Participation in Carbon Credit Market Development and Enhancing Credibility
We are promoting multifaceted initiatives both internally and externally to foster a transparent and credible carbon credit market.
- Establishment of the JAL Group Carbon Credit Utilization Regulations
In October 2025, we established fundamental principles for the Group-wide utilization of credits. This enables us to rigorously select and utilize high-quality credits aligned with our objectives. - Compliance with International Standards
Credits are rigorously selected and utilized based on standards such as ICAO's "CORSIA," ensuring environmental additionality and permanence. - Strategic Investment in BeZero Carbon
We made a strategic investment in BeZero Carbon, a global carbon credit rating agency. This initiative was highly recognized, resulting in our selection among the Top 100 in the global award "Corporate Startup Stars 2025."
We see strong alignment between their quality-focused scientific approach and our fundamental philosophy on carbon credit utilization, and we aim to jointly contribute to enhancing the quality of the carbon credit market.
2. Collaboration with Local Communities
We are working to create and utilize "locally produced, locally consumed" carbon credits that contribute to revitalizing regional economies in Japan.
- Challenging Blue Carbon
As an airline, we also prioritize our relationship with the ocean. Together with local partners, we are researching and developing the utilization of CO2 absorption through seaweed beds and tidal flats (blue carbon). This contributes to expanding climate change mitigation measures, providing learning opportunities for local children who will shape the future, and maintaining and revitalizing the local aquaculture industry.
- Giving Back to the Community
We are building a circular model that provides funding for local environmental conservation activities, contributing to the development of sustainable regional communities.
Hokkaido Air System (HAC) promotes decarbonization by purchasing carbon credits reviewed and certified by the Japan Blue Economy Technology Research Association and issued by Okushiri Town. As an airline operating scheduled flights, we are working in unison with the region to develop initiatives aimed at realizing "Sustainable Island Okushiri."
3. Together with Our Customers - “JAL Carbon Offset”
In response to the voices of customers highly concerned about environmental protection and preventing global warming, the JAL Group offers "JAL Carbon Offset" in cooperation with CHOOOSE Inc. as an option to offset the CO2 emitted by the aircraft you board.
You can use this service via the "JAL Carbon Offset" button. *An external link will open.
