Sustainability

Our progress to date

We're proud of the progress we've made since first launching our Greater Good sustainability strategy in 2021.

Here's a look at some of the work that's been going on across the airport in that time.

Zero Carbon

Solar farm at Edinburgh Airport
  • Constructed the UK's first airside solar farm, generating 27% of our energy needs.

  • Reduced scope 1 and 2 emissions by 87% since 2021.

  • Introduced 44 new electric vehicle chargers, 25 new electric vehicles, and four electric coaches to our fleet.

  • Installed 31 fixed electrical ground power units for aircraft.

Enhancing Scotland

Edinburgh Airport wildflowers
  • Introduced a new wildflower meadow to enhance biodiversity on campus.

  • Maintained 100% zero waste to landfill.

  • Build our first fully sustainable security control posts.

  • Had 298 signatories of our Sustainable Supplier Pledge.

Scotland's Best Business

Rachel Harris, Learning and Development Intern
  • Supported more than 70 early careers work opportunities.

  • Relaunched our in-house STEM programme.

  • Joined the Forth Green Freeport team.

  • Improved physical accessibility into our terminal buildings to support access for all.

Trusted Neighbour

Coastwatch West Fife - Community Fund recipient
  • Donated £470,000 to local groups through our Community Fund.

  • Supported 162 community projects.

  • Raised £260,000 through our charity partnerships.

  • Volunteered 990 hours of Edinburgh Airport staff time.