Photo: Gold coast Airport – QAL.
Gold Coast, Townsville, Mount Isa and Longreach Airports have all achieved Level 4 Airports Carbon Accreditation from Airports Council International (ACI).
All four airports, which are operated by Queensland Airports Limited (QAL), have taken key steps towards achieving their net zero targets.
Both Gold Coast and Townsville airports’ operations have transitioned to 100 per cent renewable energy through a Power Purchase Agreement. Gold Coast Airport has also begun upgrading its ground fleet to electric and hybrid vehicles.
All four airports have made the move to more energy efficient lighting and introduced a stakeholder partnership plan to support the reduction of Scope 3 carbon emissions. The airports are also supporting their respective tenants in managing and reducing emissions as part of their net zero strategy.
“To have all four airports achieve Level 4 accreditation is a proud moment, but also a reminder of the responsibility we have to keep pushing towards our net zero targets,” said Shannon McFadde, QAL Chief Strategy, Sustainability and People Officer, QAL.
“This recognition is testament to the work our teams have done across Queensland to embed sustainability into everything we do – from energy efficiency and renewable energy initiatives to working hand-in-hand with our business partners to drive shared emissions reductions,” she continued.
With Level 4 accreditation now achieved, QAL emphasised that it remains committed to achieving net zero, as it continues to explore new technologies, infrastructure and partnerships in line with meeting that goal.
In congratulating QAL on its Level 4 accreditation, Stefano Baronci, Director General, ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East, said: “By establishing itself as a leader in carbon management, QAL displays a robust commitment to fostering a sustainable future. This accomplishment aligns perfectly with our industry’s collective vision of achieving net zero emissions by 2050.”
