- DIAL aims for net zero emissions by 2025, potentially shifting from the original 2030 target.
- In FY24, carbon emissions were slashed by 90% compared to the baseline through renewable energy adoption and electric vehicle use.
According to insiders, Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) aims to achieve net zero emissions by 2025, potentially moving up from the original 2030 target. As of FY24, they have slashed carbon emissions by 90% compared to the baseline.
DIAL’s sustainability approach in FY24 included using renewable energy, adopting electric vehicles, conserving energy, and implementing green building practices. These initiatives helped advance the target by five years.
Renewable energy adoption nearly eliminates Scope 2 emissions, while electric vehicles cut Scope 1 emissions by about 1,000 tons annually. Emissions have dropped by 90% from the baseline, approximately 110,000 tons of CO2 equivalent.
DIAL sources additional renewable energy through open-access agreements, achieving 100% renewable energy usage. This strategy eliminates an estimated 200,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions yearly. DIAL focuses on minimising aircraft emissions, notably through the Eastern Cross Taxi Way project, reducing emissions by 55,000 tonnes annually.
The transition to electric ground vehicles and TaxiBots further reduces aircraft fuel consumption. DIAL joined the Airport Carbon Accreditation program in 2020, aligning with the goal of carbon neutrality by 2050.
Water conservation efforts include over 650 rainwater harvesting systems and a 9 million litre rainwater storage facility. DIAL is exploring the feasibility of using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for cleaner operations.