Airport Carbon Accreditation

Big News! 📢 We are thrilled to announce that Airport Carbon Accreditation has been honoured with the Best Sustainability Initiative Award by the Association of Association Executives (AAE) ✈️ 🌎 This award celebrates new and successful sustainability initiatives and this year, Level 5—the topmost level of Airport Carbon Accreditation—is at the top 🏆 Level 5 sets high standards for airports to significantly reduce their absolute carbon emissions, in collaboration with their entire ecosystem. So far, 14 pioneering airports globally have achieved this level 💜 Receiving the trophy at the Awards Ceremony during the Association World Congress in Graz, Austria, Olivier Jankovec, Director General at ACI EUROPE, mentioned that “Rolling out Level 5 only confirmed the determination and readiness of the airport industry to deliver on its ambitious climate commitments and contribute to the decarbonisation of aviation – fully aligning with the goals outlined in the Paris Agreement.” This award is a testament to the fact that the climate action of the global airport community remains pivotal in supporting aviation’s decarbonisation. Read our Preess Release 👉 https://bit.ly/3VAZz24

We’re thrilled to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Airports Council International - North America's participation in the Airport Carbon Accreditation programme! 🌍✈️ Over the past decade, nearly 90 North American airports have shown their dedication to managing and reducing CO2 emissions. From Level 1 Mapping to Level 4+ Transition, these airports are at the forefront of the aviation sector's decarbonisation journey. Here’s to another decade of progress and innovation! 👏👏

Brussels Airport has successfully upgraded to Level 4+ Transition in the Airport Carbon Accreditation programme, becoming the highest accredited airport in Belgium! 🌍✈️ The airport is committed to achieving net zero by 2030 🎯 Since reaching CO2-neutral in 2018, Brussels Airport has continued to enhance its sustainability efforts. These include transitioning to fossil-free heating systems, replacing old buildings with energy-efficient ones, and electrifying its vehicle fleet. Olivier Jankovec, Director General, ACI EUROPE said:“I would like to warmly congratulate Brussels Airport for achieving Level 4+ Transition in the Airport Carbon Accreditation programme. This is a significant milestone, demonstrating that the airport has fully aligned its carbon reduction strategies with the objectives of the Paris Agreement." Discover more 👉 https://lnkd.in/e5-ErnUP

In his recent interview with Passenger Terminal World, Alexandre de Joybert, Director of Sustainability at ACI EUROPE, discusses the significance of Level 5 in airports' decarbonisation efforts. Why was Level 5 introduced, and why is collaboration with third parties key to achieving it? Alexandre states: "Achieving Level 5 isn’t just about meeting standards. It’s about leading the way in decarbonisation and carbon management, while also enhancing operational excellence." 🌍✈️ Read the whole interview and discover more about the topmost level of carbon accreditation and the future of airports carbon management! ⤵ https://lnkd.in/eZpNWqAJ

With 11 electric vehicles now in operation and more on the way, Fiji Airports has taken a major step forward in reducing carbon emissions and advancing decarbonisation 🔋🚗 The shift to electric mobility is just one part of Fiji Airports' broader Green Airport Initiatives, which also include solar power, waste management, and biodiversity protection 🌍✈️ Find out more details ➡ https://lnkd.in/e4Qp5cgi 📸 by Airports Council International - ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East

We’re delighted to announce that Stockholm Arlanda and Ronneby airports, operated by Swedavia AB, have achieved Level 5 of Airport Carbon Accreditation! 🌍✈️  This milestone further solidifies Swedavia’s position as one of the global pioneers in aviation's decarbonisation. Swedavia remains dedicated to carbon management, with Stockholm Arlanda and Ronneby airports strengthening their third-party engagement while achieving and maintaining a ≥90% reduction in absolute CO₂ emissions for Scope 1 and 2. Olivier Jankovec, Director General of ACI EUROPE, said: "I am thrilled by Swedavia’s accrediting two more airports at Level 5 including Sweden’s largest hub – a truly remarkable accomplishment. By achieving and maintaining a net zero balance for Scope 1 and 2 emissions, and also tackling Scope 3 emissions through strong third-party engagement, Stockholm Arlanda and Ronneby airports are now amongst the 18 pioneers worldwide to reach this level of carbon management." Jonas Abrahamsson, President and CEO of Swedavia, added: "It is really gratifying that with the certification of Arlanda and Ronneby, Swedavia has now four of its ten airports certified at the highest level within the Airport Carbon Accreditation framework. This shows that we continue to lead the way and have chosen to invest in aviation’s absolutely vital climate transition for sustainable air travel." Discover more in our Press Release ➡ https://lnkd.in/eEpP_Uiq

🌍 How did Christchurch International Airport Limited become the first in Asia-Pacific and the Middle East to achieve Level 5 of Airport Carbon Accreditation? 🔋 What innovative projects have had the greatest impact on reducing the airport's carbon footprint? ✈️ How is the airport planning to tackle airline emissions in the future?  Read the full interview by Airports Council International - ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East with Claire Waghorn, Sustainability Transition Leader at Christchurch Airport and find out ➡ https://lnkd.in/gVf2N2qk

🌏 ✈ Dubai Airports has announced a landmark partnership with Etihad Clean Energy Development Company to launch the world's largest rooftop solar panel installation project at an airport! With 62,904 solar panels across Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central (DWC), the project will generate 60,346MWh annually and offset 23,000 tonnes of CO2, significantly contributing to Dubai’s sustainability goals. Find out more 👉 https://lnkd.in/eBHcxCae 📸 by Airports Council International - ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East

Sihanouk International Airport has proudly upgraded to Level 3 Optimisation in the Airport Carbon Accreditation programme! 🌍✈️ As part of VINCI Airports, the airport has enhanced its air conditioning systems, replaced all lighting with energy-efficient LEDs, and implemented smart systems to optimise energy consumption in its main buildings 💡 Cyril Girot, CEO of Cambodia Airports, perfectly sums it up: “We are continuing our commitment to fighting climate change, intensifying our efforts in every possible way to substantiate our vision for Positive Mobility. Having our partners join concrete actions that we have implemented bodes well for our next accomplishments. I want to express my appreciation to them and to our personnel for their crucial contribution.” Find out more details 👉 https://lnkd.in/eu_DHaqY

With the majority of its fleet already electric, Rotterdam The Hague Airport is using HVO100 fuel for the remaining vehicles — a fossil-free solution that reduces CO2 emissions by 89%! This innovative approach significantly cuts emissions, while the airport remains committed to achieving a fully electric ground operation by 2030 🎯🌍