Toscana Aeroporti looks to the future with a robust, structured and measurable sustainability plan. The current projects are part of a development path that brings together environmental transition, innovation and social responsibility. Some of the most significant commitments currently being deployed are outlined below.
In line with the Airport Carbon Accreditation programme, Toscana Aeroporti has defined a strategy for achieving carbon neutrality by 2030, with a two-stage plan:
In parallel with the infrastructure plans, actions are planned to reduce overall emissions by 40% compared to the 2022 baseline.
Further work is planned on infrastructure, facilities and internal mobility to progressively reduce residual emissions and approach the Net Zero goal.
The action areas:
- Energy: photovoltaic systems, cogeneration fuelled by low emission sources, supply from ‘green’ sources.
- Mobility: modernisation of service vehicles with electric or alternative fuel vehicles.
- Operational efficiency: optimisation of the processes to reduce overall consumption.
The results will be monitored through a key indicator: the quantity of CO₂e per passenger.
A key part of our commitment is indirect emissions, linked to the activities of anyone using or operating in the airport. Within this framework, TA has embarked on a path to improve the measurement and management of these emissions, as required by Level 3 of ACA certification.
Alongside the technical activities, a stakeholder engagement and awareness-raising activity is planned, in line with our Stakeholder Engagement Plan.
The initiatives that have been launched include the Smart Mobility project that promotes more sustainable commutes for employees and airport operators. It also includes the introduction of an app that certifies the number of kilometres travelled on public or alternative means of transport, rewarding those who choose low-impact solutions.
With the SSVP project, Toscana Aeroporti is also integrating ESG matters in the management of suppliers and sub-dealers.
The sustainability performance is assessed through the Synesgy platform, that contributes to building an ESG rating.
The goal is twofold:
- To promote a more responsible supply chain focused on environmental, social and governance matters.
- To engage and support suppliers and sub-dealers on a shared path of sustainable growth.
A system for reusing non-potable water is currently being implemented at Florence Airport.
The project includes the creation of a collection reservoir and the construction of a secondary water network to supply non-potable uses (such as irrigation or washing).
This initiative aims to significantly reduce the consumption of water per passenger, thus contributing towards the airport’s water resilience and a more efficient management of natural resources.