Promoting a circular, evergreen economy at San Francisco International Airport – PART 2

Posted: 7 March 2024 | Chunekshi Wimalasuriya, Courtney Carroux, Erin Cooke | No comments yet

Join us in the finale of our sustainability-led discussion with San Francisco International Airport’s (SFO) Sustainability Director Erin Cooke, and the airport’s Net Zero Lead, Courtney Carroux.

It’s no secret that San Francisco International Airport places sustainability at its heart. Whether that be by making their buildings energy-efficient, promoting electric vehicle usage or supporting the development of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF), its clear the airport is doing a lot to protect the environment.

But is it enough? In the second part of this two-part series, we analyse SFO’s Greenhouse Gases Inventory – from 1990’s to 2022 – to assess how well the airport is controlling their Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions.

“SAF is a big one. We are working with our airlines and ground handlers to support and electrify ground support equipment.”

Erin also gives insight into how the airport fosters a culture of social responsibility and ethos across the workforce.

“Our airport director – he’s probably the strongest environmental ambassador I’ve ever worked with – is always pushing us to go further. Then, the roots and boots on the ground…are telling us that it’s not working and they need it to because they want to help us reach our net zero energy goals.”

It’s a fantastic and invigorating discussion that uplifts the achievements of the airport while also bringing accountability to their actions. 

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