Airport Sustainability: Balancing Operational and Environmental Objectives
Presentation Type
None
In Person or Zoom Presentation
Virtual via Zoom
Zoom Link
https://erau.zoom.us/j/91449731378
Location
Student Union Event Center
Start Date
17-11-2025 10:40 AM
End Date
17-11-2025 11:00 AM
Presentation Description/Abstract
Solar power is a frequently used strategy to support green power generation at airports and near airports. Further, all U.S. airports that published ESG reports included solar power as a strategy. Many of these airports utilize solar power to help meet UN SDGs. While solar power provides numerous advantages, in the vicinity of airports it can also present potential risks. This was most recently observed at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, where nearly half of the panels at a nearby solar farm will be removed due to problems with glare affecting pilots on approach. This research investigates the use of solar power at airports to support UN SDGs and explores when solar may not be appropriate near airports, as well as possible mitigation strategies.
Airport Sustainability: Balancing Operational and Environmental Objectives
Student Union Event Center
Solar power is a frequently used strategy to support green power generation at airports and near airports. Further, all U.S. airports that published ESG reports included solar power as a strategy. Many of these airports utilize solar power to help meet UN SDGs. While solar power provides numerous advantages, in the vicinity of airports it can also present potential risks. This was most recently observed at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, where nearly half of the panels at a nearby solar farm will be removed due to problems with glare affecting pilots on approach. This research investigates the use of solar power at airports to support UN SDGs and explores when solar may not be appropriate near airports, as well as possible mitigation strategies.