Qantas points push sees green flyers take off

Qantas passengers are choosing to offset the carbon emissions from their flights in greater numbers after the airline started offering a generous loyalty point bonus to those who pay to fly green. As the aviation industry globally tries to address it large environmental footprint, Qantas in early July started giving passengers 10 loyalty points for every dollar they spend offsetting their trips. The number of loyalty program members offsetting their fights has jumped 15% since the start of the points offer, and around 10% of all passengers are now opting to fly carbon neutral. Qantas has a target of capping its carbon growth from next year, and wants to cuts its total emissions to 50% of their 2005 levels by 2050, achieved through offsetting schemes, alternative fuels, and by flying more fuel efficient aircraft. <br/>