Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA) has renewed its Level 4+ certification under the Airports Council International (ACI) Asia-Pacific and Middle East Airport Carbon Accreditation Program, extending its validity until May 2028.
\nIn a statement, Airport International Group confirmed that the renewed accreditation reflects QAIA\u2019s steadfast commitment to environmental responsibility and climate action, in line with the global aviation industry\u2019s goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
\nThe Level 4+ certification acknowledges QAIA\u2019s progress in aligning its carbon management strategies with international climate objectives. The airport has achieved significant reductions in carbon emissions, responsibly offsetting residual emissions within its operational control, and engaging business partners in collaborative sustainability initiatives.
\nAirport International Group noted that these measures will enhance support for airline partners striving to reach carbon neutrality targets. By leveraging QAIA\u2019s advanced sustainability infrastructure, partners can reduce their operational carbon footprints and contribute to broader efforts to create a sustainable aviation sector.
\n“Reducing Queen Alia International Airport\u2019s carbon footprint is a responsibility we have embraced from day one,” said Nicolas Devillier, CEO of Airport International Group. “This renewal sends a clear message to passengers, partners, the Jordanian government, and the wider community that QAIA is not only connecting people, but also leading the way in climate-conscious operations and sustainability.”
\nDevillier expressed appreciation for the dedication of the Airport International Group team and stakeholders, underscoring the airport\u2019s progress in environmental initiatives since the opening of its new terminal in 2013. He highlighted QAIA\u2019s steady advancement through the Airport Carbon Accreditation Program\u2019s levels, achieving several regional firsts and becoming the first airport in the Middle East to reach Level 4+.
\nAmong QAIA\u2019s significant milestones is its 4.8-megawatt solar power plant, generating over 10.5 gigawatt-hours of clean electricity annually. This facility meets approximately 25 percent of the Airport International Group\u2019s energy requirements and contributes to a reduction of about 12,000 tons of carbon dioxide emissions each year.
\nDevillier noted that this solar initiative not only positions QAIA among the largest solar-powered airports in the Middle East and North Africa but also supports Jordan\u2019s national goal to increase renewable energy\u2019s share in the energy mix.
\nQAIA\u2019s environmental leadership has earned multiple accolades from ACI Asia-Pacific, including the Green Airports Recognition Silver Award in 2017 for Energy Management and the Gold Award in 2022 for Carbon Management.
\nComplementing its climate action, Airport International Group has also engaged in biodiversity conservation through tree-planting campaigns in the Giza area and the Dibbin Nature Reserve, reinforcing a holistic approach to sustainability extending beyond the airport\u2019s operational footprint.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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