Sustainability at Palma de Mallorca Airport

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Sustainability at Palma de Mallorca Airport
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The ambitious reform of Palma de Mallorca Airport not only seeks to improve the airport infrastructure and passenger experience, but also to reduce the environmental impact of its operations, making it a benchmark for sustainable aviation in Europe.

The remodeling includes a series of actions designed to optimize the use of resources, reduce emissions and promote clean energy consumption. One of the most noteworthy measures is the significant increase in natural light in high traffic areas, such as the security filter area and the connections to modules A and D. This commitment to taking advantage of natural light not only reduces the need for artificial lighting, but also creates a more pleasant and comfortable environment for passengers.

Public transport at Palma de Mallorca Airport

Outside, a new area dedicated to public transport has been created, located in the arrivals area. This infrastructure optimizes the operations of the EMT and TIB, two of the island’s main public transport services, facilitating more fluid and efficient access to the airport. This measure, in addition to improving user service, reduces congestion and contributes to reducing CO2 emissions by promoting greater use of public transport instead of private vehicles.

Renewable energy and emissions reduction.

Another pillar of this remodeling project is the commitment to renewable energy. In line with Aena’s goals of promoting energy self-sufficiency, the roof of the public parking facility will be covered with photovoltaic panels. This new infrastructure will not only enable self-sufficient energy supply, but also further reduce the airport’s carbon footprint.

But Palma Airport’s commitment to sustainability goes even further. One of the most significant upgrades is the construction of eight boarding bridges, which eliminate the need for buses to transport passengers between the terminal and the aircraft. This measure not only enhances the passenger experience, but also significantly reduces CO₂ emissions and optimizes the airport’s operational efficiency.

In addition, all new areas under construction will be equipped with state-of-the-art air conditioning systems, designed to minimize energy consumption without reducing comfort. At the same time, the existing air conditioning equipment is being replaced with more efficient and sustainable alternatives. Priority has also been given to the installation of LED lighting in all newly constructed areas, and progressively, traditional lighting is being replaced in the rest of the facilities, which will reduce electricity consumption by more than 40%.

These renovations are being carried out with strict respect for the natural environment, ensuring that none of the actions have a negative impact on local biodiversity. Each project has been designed and developed with a minimal-interference approach, thereby preserving the ecosystems surrounding the airport. The transformation of Palma de Mallorca Airport is part of Aena’s commitment to developing more sustainable airport infrastructure. These initiatives are fully aligned with Aena’s Climate Action Plan, whose main goals are to achieve carbon neutrality by 2026 and Net Zero for direct emissions by 2030—twenty years ahead of the industry target.

Therefore, the remodeling of Palma de Mallorca Airport not only represents an improvement in infrastructure and passenger experience, but also lays the foundations for a more efficient and sustainable operation, contributing significantly to making this airport an infrastructure with a more sustainable and environmentally friendly activity, something that is essential in an island territory with a high dependence on air transport.