AIRPORT DECARBONIZATION THROUGH AIRPORT CARBON ACCREDITATION
The Airport Carbon Accreditation assess carbon reduction efforts. It provides airports with a common framework and is the only institutionally endorsed, global carbon management certification program for airports.
AIRPORT CARBON ACCREDITATION
Tunley Environmental provides specialized Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) verification services globally. The ACA Scheme, introduced by the Airports Council International (ACI) in 2009, is the leading voluntary carbon management standard for airports. A certified ACA verifier must independently verify the airport's carbon footprint and management strategies, ensuring airports meet rigorous ISO 14064 standards.
- LEVEL 1 MAPPING
- LEVEL 2 REDUCTION
- LEVEL 3 OPTIMIZATION
- LEVEL 3+ NEUTRALITY
- LEVEL 4 TRANSFORMATION
- LEVEL 4+ TRANSITION
- LEVEL 5 ACHIEVEMENT
MAPPING
Measuring a baseline, an airport is classed as business, therefore the carbon footprint is measured in accordance with ISO 14064.
- Identify Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions sources as outlined by the Greenhouse Gas Protocol.
- Gather data and calculate the annual carbon emissions for each source.
- Collate the information into a detailed carbon footprint report.
REDUCTION
Carbon management and progress towards a reduced carbon footprint.
- Achieve all requirements from Level 1: Mapping
- Evidence of carbon management procedures including target setting (e.g. Energy reduction, clean energy supply, alternative fuels)
- Prove there has been a reduction in the carbon footprint compared to the emissions of previous years.
OPTIMIZATION
Third party engagement in carbon footprint management (e.g. ground handlers, catering and air traffic control).
- Achieve all requirements from Level 1: Mapping and Level 2: Reduction.
- Assess more of the carbon footprint by including Scope 3 emissions.
- Scope 3 emissions can include, but not limited to
- landing & take-off cycle emissions
- surface access to the airport for passengers and staff
- staff business travel emissions.
- Present findings of third party engagement to reduce wider airport-based emissions.
NEUTRALITY
Carbon neutrality for direct emissions by offsetting.
- Achieve all requirements from Level 1: Mapping, Level 2: Reduction and Level 3: Optimization.
- Offset any remaining Scope 1 and 2 emissions, additionally any emissions from staff business travel, using the correct internationally recognized offsets.
TRANSFORMATION
Transforming airport operations and those of its business partners to achieve absolute emissions reductions.
- Outline a policy commitment to reduce all emissions.
- Include extra (to Level 3) Scope 1 and Scope 3 emissions into carbon footprint.
- Create a long-term emissions reduction target and align it with the IPCC 1.5°C or 2°C pathways.
- Develop a Carbon Management Plan to achieve the target.
- Develop a Stakeholder Partnership Plan.
TRANSITION
Compensation for residual emissions with reliable offsets.
- Achieve all requirements of Level 4: Transformation
- Offset any remaining Scope 1 and 2 emissions as well as emissions from business travel, using the correct internationally recognized offsets.
ACHIEVEMENT
Level 5 is the topmost level in Airport Carbon Accreditation program.
- Submit a verified carbon footprint for Scope 1 and 2 emissions, as well as all categories of Scope 3 emissions as set out in the Greenhouse Gas Protocol.
- Achieve and maintain ≥ 90% CO2 emissions reductions in Scope 1 and 2, as well as committing to net zero in Scope 3 by 2050 or sooner.
- Apply for credible carbon removals for excess emissions.
- Develop a Carbon Management Plan to achieve the emissions targets.
- Develop a Stakeholder Partnership Plan to achieve net zero for Scope 3 emissions through value chain engagement and drive third parties to also deliver emissions reductions.
WHY CHOOSE TUNLEY?
With a strong global presence, our net zero sustainability consultancy services and biodiversity services have served clients in various regions and industries. This international expertise allows us to implement learnings from best practices around the globe.
We understands that every organization is unique, and one-size-fits-all approaches may not be effective. We offer personalized and tailored solutions that address the specific needs and challenges of each client.
As Sustainability Consultants and a developed team of PhD-level Scientists, we have Dr Aaron Yeardley who is a trained and approved independent verifier for ACA. This enables us to independently verify other ACA projects.
