Prof. Hervé Morvan leads the company advanced concepts team at Rolls-Royce, working for the Group Engineering, Technology & Safety (ETS) directorate and reporting to the Group Director for R&T, on issues in the ‘beyond business as usual’.  He also feeds into activities led by the Group Chief Strategy Officer, on topics pertaining to the future such as energy transition and future markets.  Prior to joining Rolls-Royce, Hervé spent 15 years at the University of Nottingham where he led the Institute for Aerospace Technology (IAT), receiving a personal chair in 2014 and being elected a Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) back in 2016.

Panel 3: Climate Impact of Air Transportation

Wednesday, January 15th
09:30 – 11:00 | HG F 30 | Audi Max

Moderator: Vince Sidwell (Pratt & Whitney)

Panelists: Sean Bradshaw (Pratt & Whitney), Fay Collier (USG), Jos Buitenhuis (KLM), Herve Morvan (Rolls Royce), Bram Peerlings (NLR)

Abstract:

This panel will delve into the multifaceted relationship between air transportation and climate change, exploring current and future impacts of aviation on global emissions. Industry leaders and researchers will discuss advancements in sustainable aviation fuels, emerging technologies, and operational practices to reduce the environmental impact of air travel. Attendees will gain insights into collaborative efforts to balance the growing demand for air transportation with climate goals, including both CO2 and non-CO2 impacts.