London's Science Museum is looking at one of the most significant and potentially terrifying issues facing modern society this summer.

At an exhibition that opened on May 15th and will run until November, the museum asks the question of whether flying really does 'cost the earth'.

While aviation only makes up a small percentage of global greenhouse gas emissions, the growing popularity of air travel means that the industry's effect on the environment could rise over the coming years.

The Science Museum display examines in detail the strategies that airlines are using to cut their emissions and also considers how much responsibility lies with consumers.

Kensington hotel visitors who see the exhibition will be able to learn about cutting-edge 'green' technology and plane designs that could help cut emissions in the future.

Other subject areas being explored at the Science Museum this year include the emergence of technology in post-war Britain and 100 years of the manufacture and use of plastics.

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