Delta Air Lines – Sustainability Presentation to StART

Commitment to SBTi and Net Zero by 2050 Retired Aircrafts Fleet Renewal Operational Improvements SAF 292720 2221 23 3524 25 26 28 3019 3431 32 33 A b s lu te E m is s n s Short Term 10% SAF by 2030 Medium Term Science Based targets aligned with aviation guidance Long Term Net zero 2050 throughout our entire value chain Fleet Renewal More Fuel-efficient Models 20-25% Retired Aircrafts 200+ REPLACED WITH Operational Improvements Delta is increasing efficiency throughout the operation and rethinking opportunities to reduce waste through an internal Carbon Council, including through: • Improved arrival and departure procedures • Lighter landing gear to save fuel and lower local emissions • Streamlined flight paths • Onboard weight reduction • Close collaboration with Air Traffic Organization • Electrification of ground support equipment (GSE) As of April 2022, 19% of GSE is electrified. Delta is committed to electrifying 50% of GSE by 2025 Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Commitments • Replacing 10% of jet fuel refined from fossil fuel by the end of 2030 • DL is halfway there with offtake agreements • First Movers Coalition: 5% of 2030 fuel to have lifecycle GHG reduction of 85% or more • Expanding SAF agreements with Corporate and Agency partners to increase SAF demand, consumption and production. Achieving SAF goals require commitment and coordination with all stakeholders. Currently, SAF reduces lifecycle emissions up to 80%.

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