Airport operator daa has confirmed it is committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2050 and is working with its airline customers and supply chain partners to reduce Scope 3 emissions.
At the start of 2024, daa unveiled details of 20 sustainable environmental initiatives being rolled out at Dublin and Cork airports. These projects have accelerated both airports’ climate and sustainability-related ambitions, which will ultimately result in achieving that net zero commitment.
Daa announced a new solar farm at Dublin Airport in autumn 2024, which is now operational and will meet 10%-13% of the airport’s electricity needs. The company is also exploring geothermal energy options to power Dublin Airport, and preliminary test drilling has been encouraging; daa will continue to explore this opportunity in 2025.
Cork Airport, the leading semi-state company for energy reduction over the last two years, has applied to Cork City Council to build its first solar farm this year. It is also well ahead of its 2030 carbon reduction target for its own direct operations.
