Solar gains at airports are being overshadowed by soaring flight emissions

Dublin Airport’s new solar farm is a symbolic step forward—15,000 panels cutting 2,025 tonnes of CO₂ from ground operations annually. But while that’s progress on paper, the airport’s plan to raise its passenger cap from 32 to 40 million could drive emissions up by over 276,000 tonnes—completely eclipsing solar gains.

With flights responsible for 90% of the airport’s emissions, the real challenge for sustainability leaders lies in confronting growth that outpaces green initiatives. Balancing economic development with emissions obligations is now a critical test for policymakers and business leaders alike.

Read the full article for a deeper dive into the climate trade-offs facing airports.