Raleigh-Durham Airport Achieves Airport Carbon Accreditation Milestone

The Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority (RDUAA) has reached a milestone in a sustainability program that helps airports identify, measure and manage carbon emissions.

The Airport Authority recently reached Level 1 of Airport Carbon Accreditation, an initiative launched by Airports Council International. Level 1 accreditation establishes a foundation for understanding RDUAA’s carbon footprint and identifying opportunities for future progress in reducing emissions.

“This accreditation reflects our commitment to understanding our environmental impact and finding practical ways to make a difference,” said Tammie Hall-Roberts, chair of the Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority Board. “Knowing where our emissions come from will help us continue to make thoughtful, informed decisions over time.”

The accreditation process included adopting a policy to reduce emissions and support long-term sustainability planning, identifying emissions from sources such as vehicles, emergency generators and electricity, and calculating annual emissions. The Airport Authority plans to build upon this work as we progress towards Level 2 of Airport Carbon Accreditation.

More RDU news:

Pet Relief Areas: Four-legged travelers have a new place to make a pit stop at RDU. The airport recently opened new indoor pet relief areas in both terminals. Having relief areas beyond the checkpoints means animals can take a break without travelers having to leave the terminal and go through security again. They are among many amenities RDU provides to make the travel experience more comfortable and convenient for everyone, including furry companions. The new pet relief areas are located near Gate A7 in Terminal 1 and near Gate C9 in Terminal 2.

Confidence Takes Flight: RDU was proud to partner with Breeze Airways, the Arc of North Carolina and Triangle Disability & Autism Services this month to host Wings for Autism, an event aimed at helping people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families feel comfortable and confident about the airport experience. Nearly 90 people practiced going through security, navigating the terminal and boarding a plane in a welcoming environment. Making every traveler feel respected and supported is a priority for RDU, and we were pleased to provide an opportunity to help make air travel more accessible for everyone.