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Airport Sustainability and Environmental Management
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Airport Sustainability and Environmental Management

Language: English, French, Portuguese
Duration:
5 days
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About the course

Airport sustainability and environmental management are essential elements of modern airport planning, development and operations. As airport traffic and infrastructure continue to grow, airport operators face increasing challenges related to noise pollution, air quality, greenhouse gas emissions, energy consumption, water usage and waste management.

This course provides airport professionals with a comprehensive understanding of sustainable development principles and environmental management practices applicable to airport operations. Participants will explore the major environmental impacts associated with airport activities and infrastructure development, examine the benefits of effective environmental management, and learn how to establish and implement an Environmental Management System (EMS) within an airport organization.

Through practical examples and applied learning, the course focuses on identifying environmental challenges, developing appropriate management measures, improving environmental performance and supporting regulatory compliance. It also highlights the importance of stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement in achieving sustainable airport development.

Key Topics

Module 1: Introduction to Airport Environmental Management and Sustainable Development
  • Principles of sustainable development in aviation
  • The role of environmental management in airport planning and operations
  • Environmental challenges arising from airport growth and development
  • Benefits of effective airport environmental management
Module 2: Airport Environmental Impacts and Management
  • Identification and assessment of environmental impacts
  • Environmental aspects of airport operations and infrastructure
  • Environmental risk assessment and mitigation measures
  • Environmental responsibilities of airport operators
Module 3: Airport Noise Management and Community Relations
  • Sources of aircraft and airport operational noise
  • Noise impact assessment and monitoring
  • Noise mitigation and management strategies
  • Community engagement and stakeholder relations
Module 4: Local Air Quality, Climate Change and Greenhouse Gas Emissions
  • Air pollution sources and local air quality at airports
  • Greenhouse gas emissions from airport operations
  • Climate change challenges and airport resilience
  • Carbon management and emissions reduction strategies
Module 5: Airport Energy, Water and Resource Management
  • Energy efficiency and sustainable energy practices
  • Water consumption, conservation and wastewater management
  • Sustainable resource utilization
  • Environmental considerations in airport infrastructure and facilities
Module 6: Airport Waste Management and Pollution Prevention
  • Waste identification, classification and management
  • Waste reduction, reuse and recycling strategies
  • Hazardous waste management and pollution prevention
  • Sustainable waste management practices in airport operations
Module 7: Environmental Management System (EMS): Implementation and Application
  • Principles and key elements of an Environmental Management System
  • Environmental policy, objectives and target setting
  • Environmental responsibilities, procedures and operational controls
  • Planning and implementing an EMS at an airport
  • Environmental documentation and management practices
Module 8: Environmental Performance Monitoring and Continuous Improvement
  • Environmental performance indicators and monitoring
  • Environmental audits and compliance assessment
  • Evaluation of environmental objectives and targets
  • Corrective actions and continual improvement
  • Environmental reporting and stakeholder communication
Module 9: Individual Practical Assignment
  • Identification of an airport environmental management challenge
  • Development of practical environmental improvement measures
  • Preparation of an individual written environmental management assignment

Objectives

Upon completing this course, participants will be able to:

  • Describe the key environmental challenges facing the airport industry and their implications for airport operations and development.
  • Identify and assess the environmental impacts associated with airport activities, infrastructure and operational growth.
  • Understand and apply appropriate management approaches to airport noise, local air quality, greenhouse gas emissions, water consumption and waste generation.
  • Explain the principles and essential elements of an Environmental Management System (EMS).
  • Develop practical approaches for implementing and maintaining an Environmental Management System within an airport organization.
  • Identify opportunities to improve environmental performance, resource efficiency and sustainable airport operations.
  • Understand the importance of regulatory compliance, stakeholder engagement and community relations in airport environmental management.
  • Apply environmental management principles to support continuous improvement and sustainable airport development.

Targe Audience

  • Airport General Managers and Executive Directors
  • Airport Operations Directors, Managers, Officers and Staff
  • Airport Environment Directors, Managers, Officers and Staff
  • Airport Construction and Engineering Directors, Managers and Staff
  • Airport Planning and Development Professionals
  • Civil Aviation Authority Officials
  • Environmental Compliance and Sustainability Professionals
  • Airport Infrastructure and Facilities Management Personnel

Certificate

Upon completion, participants receive
a certificate of achievement.

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