Author: Kristen Geis
Website: http://www.terracurve.com/2009/10/27/is-a-green-plane-on-the…
The popular American carrier has officially unveiled a prototype model for a “green plane” – an Boeing 737-700 that combines fuel efficiency, environmentally responsible products, customer comfort, and reduced waste and weight.
Good business sense
According the Southwest, environmental decisions and business practices can only benefit the business.
“Southwest is committed to continuing to lead the industry in emissions reductions through fuel efficiency,” said Gary Kelly, Southwest’s Chairman, President, and CEO. “Efficiency in fuel consumption benefits our Company as well as the environment, and this has been part of our business model since the beginning. As we look to the future, we know climate change remains of vital importance to our industry, our Company, and our Customers, so Southwest works hard every day in every area to be a responsible steward of the environment.”
All of the elements being tested on this Green Plane, when combined, will equate to a weight savings of…
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