Delhi airport becomes 1st Indian airport to get net zero carbon emission status

Current Context : Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) has become the country’s first airport to get the net zero carbon emission status under the Airport Council International’s accreditation programme.

• GMR Group-led DIAL is the operator of the IGI Airport in the national capital.
• The airport targeted to achieve net zero carbon emission by 2030, and the target has been achieved well ahead of schedule through various initiatives, including the adoption of renewable energy, development of green airport infrastructures and promotion of electric vehicles.

ACA programme provides a comprehensive framework for active carbon management at airports, encouraging best practices in carbon reduction and offering recognition for achievements. There are 5 levels of accreditation, and level 5 is the highest.