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Banning single-use plastics, encouraging use of public transport to and from an airport, managing food waste, reducing use of fossil fuels, monitoring water use, switching to renewable energy sources, sourcing food sustainably. These are all examples of how an airport can begin to reduce its carbon footprint; its greenhouse-gas emissions; its impact on the environment.

The climate change emergency is upon us, and all industries must work hard at becoming more sustainable – the aviation industry included. As the above paragraph demonstrates, this goes beyond using sustainable aviation fuel.

Many airports and authorities have recognised the need to implement environmentally-friendly strategies, and International Airport Review here showcases some of these achievements. However the entire industry must continue striving and innovating to ensure an airport’s surroundings are not negatively impacted and the environment is protected for the future.

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Metafuels to build commercial e-SAF plant at Port of Rotterdam with Evos partnership

20 May 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Swiss startup Metafuels will develop a synthetic SAF plant in Rotterdam, aiming to scale greener jet fuel production in Europe.

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Airports in Asia-Pacific and Middle East commit to sustainable infrastructure for future growth

12 May 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Airports across both regions pledge to expand infrastructure, embrace innovation, and modernise regulations to meet future aviation demand sustainably.

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Green Fuel Forward unites APAC aviation leaders to accelerate sustainable aviation fuel adoption

7 May 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

The World Economic Forum and GenZero launch Green Fuel Forward to boost SAF demand and decarbonise Asia-Pacific's fast-growing aviation sector.

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Copenhagen Airport launches FuelTrack to connect jet fuel composition with aircraft emissions and air quality

6 May 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Copenhagen Airport's FuelTrack study explores how jet fuel properties impact aircraft emissions and local air quality during real-world operations.

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JFK’s Terminal 6 unveiled with bold new brand, tech upgrades and all-electric ground support

2 May 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Terminal 6 at JFK Airport reveals new branding, cutting-edge check-in technology, and sustainable innovations ahead of its 2026 opening.

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Pittsburgh International Airport expands solar field to boost clean energy and regional sustainability

1 May 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Pittsburgh Airport adds over 11,000 solar panels, enhancing its microgrid and cutting regional carbon emissions significantly.

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Exeter Airport hosts UK’s first hydrogen-powered aircraft turnaround using green fuel and ground equipment

1 May 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

A ground breaking trial at Exeter Airport showcased green hydrogen-powered equipment servicing a TUI aircraft, advancing sustainable aviation goals.

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How do we ensure sustainable expansion when growing airport operations?

28 April 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

At the International Airport Summit 2024, experts discussed sustainable airport growth, focusing on climate change impacts, technological innovations such as Follow the Greens, and adaptation strategies for future resilience.

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Edmonton International Airport leads Canada in retrofitting runway sweepers with hydrogen-diesel hybrid technology

25 April 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

YEG partners with Diesel Tech Industries to trial hydrogen-diesel technology on runway snow sweepers, aiming to cut emissions and boost sustainability.

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Sustainable aviation fuel explained

23 April 2025 | By International Airport Review

Sustainable aviation fuel is a cleaner alternative to traditional jet fuel, but challenges hinder its widespread use in aviation, an industry that contributes 2.5% of the world's CO2 emissions.

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Twelve airports recognised for excellence in sustainable energy at ACI’s 2025 Green Airports awards

21 April 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

ACI APAC & MID honours 12 airports for leading sustainable energy initiatives across Asia-Pacific and the Middle East.

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The top 10 busiest airports in the world by passenger numbers

15 April 2025 | By International Airport Review

In this article, we review which airports had the highest passenger numbers in 2024, based on the total number of departing, arriving, transferring and direct passengers.

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Future ready: Swedavia’s drive for electric and hydrogen aviation

14 April 2025 | By Holly Miles

Editor, Holly Miles, joined John Nilsson, Strategic Planning Manager for Electric and Hydrogen Aircraft Infrastructure at Swedavia to discuss the intricacies of hydrogen and electric aviation, as the airport operator strives to be an early adopter in this sustainable energy space.

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Patricia Vitalis on Schiphol Airport’s operations, sustainability, and future challenges

14 April 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

At the International Airport Review's 2024 Summit in Amsterdam, Editorial Assistant, Gabriel Higgins, spoke to Patricia Vitalis, Executive Director of Schiphol Operations,

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Venice Marco Polo Airport advances zero emissions plan with new pneumatic waste collection system

10 April 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Venice Airport installs innovative Envac waste system, cutting emissions and improving efficiency as part of its 2030 sustainability goals.

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