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Mid East Info
24-04-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
DXB marks Earth Day by reaffirming ACI Level 4 sustainability milestone - Middle East Business News and Information
Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports, received the Level 4 'Transformation' Airport Carbon Accreditation from Airports Council International (ACI) during the ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East Regional Assembly. The accreditation, formally awarded this month, reinforces Dubai International's (DXB) position among a select group of global airports recognised for absolute emissions reductions and leading initiatives with stakeholders across the aviation ecosystem to drive change. Coinciding with Earth Day, this echoes Dubai Airports' continued progress towards the UAE's Net Zero by 2050 target. Dubai Airports has established a comprehensive long-term decarbonisation strategy, actively being put into practice through a series of impactful initiatives. These include enhancing energy efficiency across buildings and infrastructure, installing the region's largest airport rooftop solar power system at Terminal 2, introducing waste-to-compost systems, and transitioning airside vehicles to biodiesel-blended fuel. Through the oneDXB Sustainability Alliance, Dubai Airports is also working collaboratively with Alliance members to drive down emissions across the broader airport ecosystem. About Dubai Airports: Dubai Airports operates both of Dubai's airports, Dubai International (DXB) and Al Maktoum International (DWC). As an integrator, Dubai Airports works to balance the interests of all stakeholders to maintain aviation growth, protect operational resilience and ensure that service providers collaborate to provide a safe and secure service and improve customer experience whilst maintaining a sustainable business. In 2024, DXB welcomed a total of 92.3 million guests, the highest annual traffic in its history. DXB is ranked as the world's number one airport by international passenger numbers for 2024, as announced by the Airports Council International (ACI). DWC embodies Dubai's vision for the future of aviation. With expansion plans announced in May 2024, involving a record investment of US$35b, DWC aims to reshape the aviation landscape. Over the next decade, DWC will accommodate 150m passengers annually, eventually expanding to 260m passengers and 12m tonnes of cargo. With five runways, futuristic design and seamless intermodal connectivity, DWC aims to revolutionise global air travel, setting new standards for efficiency and passenger experience for the next 50 years. High-resolution images of DXB are available here: Media Library For recent updates, refer to our official social media platforms on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter or hashtags: #DubaiAirports #DXB #DubaiWorldCentral.
Hi Dubai
22-04-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
Dubai Airports Earns Top Carbon Accreditation as Sustainability Milestones Take Flight
Dubai Airports has achieved the prestigious Level 4 'Transformation' Airport Carbon Accreditation from Airports Council International (ACI), marking a major leap in its sustainability journey. The recognition was presented to CEO Paul Griffiths during the ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East Regional Assembly. This accreditation places Dubai International (DXB) among a select group of global airports acknowledged for delivering absolute emissions reductions and driving collective climate action across the aviation sector. Awarded in April to align with Earth Day, the milestone highlights Dubai Airports' steady progress toward the UAE's Net Zero by 2050 goal. The operator has rolled out a robust long-term decarbonisation strategy, backed by targeted, high-impact initiatives. Key efforts include boosting energy efficiency across airport infrastructure, installing the region's largest airport rooftop solar system at Terminal 2, introducing waste-to-compost conversion, and shifting airside vehicle fleets to biodiesel-blended fuel. Griffiths noted that the recognition reflects not just internal progress but also strong collaboration with stakeholders across the ecosystem to push climate priorities forward. The achievement cements DXB's role as a regional leader in sustainable aviation and underscores Dubai Airports' commitment to long-term environmental responsibility. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Zawya
22-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
DXB receives Level 4 ‘Transformation' Airport Carbon Accreditation from ACI
DUBAI - Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports, received the Level 4 'Transformation' Airport Carbon Accreditation from Airports Council International (ACI) during the ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East Regional Assembly. The accreditation, formally awarded this month, reinforces Dubai International's (DXB) position among a select group of global airports recognised for absolute emissions reductions and leading initiatives with stakeholders across the aviation ecosystem to drive change. Coinciding with Earth Day, this echoes Dubai Airports' continued progress towards the UAE's Net Zero by 2050 target. Dubai Airports has established a comprehensive long-term decarbonisation strategy, actively being put into practice through a series of impactful initiatives. These include enhancing energy efficiency across buildings and infrastructure, installing the region's largest airport rooftop solar power system at Terminal 2, introducing waste-to-compost systems, and transitioning airside vehicles to biodiesel-blended fuel.
