In this episode, Resources for the Future President and CEO Richard G. Newell speaks to United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby. They discuss United’s net-zero commitments, the risks of relying on carbon offsets to reduce emissions, and the importance of sustainable aviation fuels and direct air capture technologies for the future of air travel. Their conversation took place on March 11. The Policy Leadership Series (PLS) Podcast features leading global decisionmakers who discuss big environmental and energy policy issues. The PLS Podcast is produced by Resources for the Future. Find video recordings of PLS events at rff.org/pls and receive updates about Resources for the Future events and podcasts by visiting rff.org/subscribe.