Cologne Court Rules Lufthansa's CO2 Claims Misleading

The court's decision, not yet legally binding, challenges the airline's advertising on climate neutrality and sustainable aviation fuels.

The Cologne Regional Court has prohibited Lufthansa from using specific advertising claims about CO2 compensation and sustainable aviation fuels (SAF).
The court found Lufthansa's claims misleading, particularly the suggestion that flights could be made climate-neutral through monetary contributions.
The lawsuit was filed by Deutsche Umwelthilfe (DUH), which hailed the ruling as a major victory against greenwashing and consumer deception.
Lufthansa stated it is aware of the ruling and is carefully reviewing the decision, which is not yet legally binding.
The case highlights growing scrutiny of environmental marketing in high-carbon industries like aviation and the role of advocacy groups in promoting accountability.