Environment

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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Swedavia reports growth in passenger volume and sustainable efforts in 2024

20 March 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Swedavia’s 2024 report reveals growth in passenger numbers, strong financial recovery, and ongoing investments in sustainable aviation and international routes.

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Rome Fiumicino Airport unveils Europe’s largest solar farm: A pioneering leap towards net zero carbon by 2030

17 March 2025 | By Marco Troncone

Marco Troncone, CEO of Aeroporti di Roma writes exclusively for International Airport Review about their new solar farm and ambitious decarbonisation goals.

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EasyJet to permanently implement APU-ZERO Project at Milan Malpensa to cut fuel, emissions, and noise

14 March 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

EasyJet's APU-ZERO Project at Milan Malpensa aims to reduce fuel use, emissions, and noise through electric-powered Pre-Conditioning Air Units, saving 1,150 tonnes of fuel annually.

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London Heathrow Airport marks record passenger traffic and progress towards net-zero goals amidst growing demand

11 March 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Heathrow continues to grow with record passenger numbers, highlighting its commitment to decarbonisation and expansion plans while supporting the UK economy.

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Airport Leader’s Forum Report 2025

10 March 2025 | By International Airport Review

Sign in to read this free report and gain an insight into the challenges faced by International Airport Review's Advisory Board members.

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Sustainable aviation fuel’s turbulent future under Trump

7 March 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

International Airport Review’s Editorial Assistant, Gabriel Higgins, examines how the production and uptake of sustainable aviation fuel will progress under the new President who has traditionally taken a sceptical stance on climate change issues.

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JetZero partners with Delta Air Lines to develop sustainable, fuel-efficient aircraft

6 March 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

JetZero collaborates with Delta Air Lines on a revolutionary blended-wing-body aircraft to improve fuel efficiency and meet net-zero emissions goals by 2050.

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Malta International Airport unveils €345 million investment plan to enhance operations and sustainability

3 March 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Malta International Airport announces €345 million investment programme to improve infrastructure, sustainability, and the guest experience between 2025 and 2029.

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Red Sea Global introduces Sustainable Aviation Fuel to reduce aviation emissions in Saudi Arabia

3 March 2025 | By

Red Sea Global partners with daa International and APSCO to offer Sustainable Aviation Fuel at The Red Sea International Airport, reducing aviation carbon emissions.

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Transforming airside operations on the journey to reach net-zero

24 February 2025 | By NATS Services

Airports worldwide are making significant strides in reducing their carbon footprints. This webinar focuses on how leading airports are implementing airside changes to meet their environmental targets and how data and analytics can support this journey.

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European aviation leaders urge policymakers to boost sustainable aviation fuel production and strengthen energy independence

31 January 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

A new report outlines seven key measures to increase Europe's SAF production, reduce reliance on imports, and enhance competitiveness in the global aviation market.

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LanzaJet selects Teesside for Project Speedbird to scale sustainable aviation fuel production

27 January 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

LanzaJet’s Project Speedbird in Teesside will produce SAF, cut emissions by 230,000 tonnes annually, and create skilled green jobs, boosting UK decarbonisation efforts.

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Brussels Airport offers green energy to 100 local households through pilot project

24 January 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

Brussels Airport is providing green energy to 100 local households as part of a pilot project, aiming to test small-scale sustainable energy distribution.

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Private investment and government policies driving growth in UK Sustainable Aviation Fuel industry

17 January 2025 | By Gabriel Higgins

The UK SAF sector is expanding with increasing private investment, supported by government policies like the SAF mandate and planned Revenue Certainty Mechanism.

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Leading the way and aiming higher – how Swedavia strives for more within the Airport Carbon Accreditation framework

17 January 2025 | By Therese Forsström

Therese Forsström, Head of Environmental Department at Swedavia, discusses the company’s commitment to achieving fossil-free airport operations and leading the aviation industry's climate transition by 2025.