Emirates reaffirms its green commitment on World Environment Day
Reaffirms commitment to preserving the planet’s natural ecosystem Gives away 1,000 eco-friendly masks to children from vulnerable communities in India to encourage inclusive sustainability . INDIA, June 2020 – While people around the planet continue to grapple with the pandemic, there’s also a call to pause and reflect on another cause – Time for Nature, the theme of the UN’s World Environment Day on 5 June. Emirates, acutely aware of its role in the planet’s natural ecosystem, has continued to make progress in the attainment of its environmental goals. The airline showcased this environment performance in its annual financial report for 2019-20, painting a holistic picture and filling in the context of its achievements. An important cause close to Emirates’ heart is keeping wildlife in the wild. The airline is committed to tackling the illegal trade in the sale of wild animals either as pets, or for their hides, tusks or other body parts for use in food, medicine, exo...