Flying Green

One of the Financial Times' books to read in 2023

"[De Bellaigue's] reporting is far more engaging than conventional accounts of efforts to make flying safer for the planet." -Financial Times

"De Bellaigue assesses current efforts to decarbonize jet fuel and find alternative fuels for flying in this rigorous account." -New York Times

"An exciting read that gives climate-minded travelers reason to hope that positive change is in the near future." -Kirkus Reviews

"An excellent overview of the current state of play and the possibilities for more rapid change." -Literary Review

"A snappy yet detailed guide to the challenges aviation faces in a world trying to transition away from fossil fuels." -Geographical

"Planetary mobility has been a remarkable gift in many ways-and at the moment a remarkable curse as well, as it helps overheat the planet. This is a fine catalogue of possible ways out (I favor the blimp) that will make for great reading on your next Amtrak trip." -Bill McKibben, founder of 350.org

"Everyone who gets on a plane and knows about the catastrophic threat posed by global heating asks themselves if there is a green way to fly. Christopher de Bellaigue sets out the options in this excellent book." -Tony Juniper, environmentalist

"Flying Green tells an inspiring, deeply researched and dynamic story of the future of aviation. It's a brilliant exploration of an industry in rapid transition with a dizzying array of new possibilities, providing us all with the hope of guilt-free flying again. Take it on your next flight!" -Jeremy Oppenheim, founder, SYSTEMIQ

"Exceptionally timely, and a remarkable combination of great writing and technical depth." -Richard Aboulafia, managing director, AeroDynamic