With the rise of global warming in recent years, ideas of green airports have been introduced to mitigate the issue of global warming. A green airport refers to a more environmentally friendly infrastructure that reduces the ecological footprint of airport operations contributing to high carbon emissions. Singapore Changi Airport (SCA), the world’s best airport, would be a fine example. The infrastructure incorporates features such as maximizing natural lighting and ventilation. Research has shown “numerous benefits for both the environment and building occupants. When applied together, they create a synergy that optimizes energy efficiency, enhances indoor air quality, and improves overall occupant well-being”(Utilities One,2023). Additionally, SCA uses eco-friendly and recycled building materials such as recycled concrete that is made up of “50% new stones and 50% recycled stones in a concrete design mix.”(Changi Airport Group,2019). Therefore, it not only protects natural resources but also prevents wastage. Lastly, the airport initiated a carbon offsetting program to reduce greenhouse gas emissions with airport operations. According to the Straits Times, this program “supports environmental projects such as rainforest preservation and the construction of solar energy projects across India”(Loi,2023). With these advanced features, a Green Airport becomes an infrastructure with multifaceted benefits. Given the effectiveness of green airport initiatives in addressing the challenge of global warming, Singapore Changi Airport stands as a benchmark for emerging green airports.
Monday, February 5, 2024
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References
Utilities One. (2023, 29 October). Daylighting and Natural Ventilation Synergistics Strategies in Construction.
Changi Airport Group. (2019, March). Recycling concrete - Paving the way to a sustainable future.
Loi, Esther. (2023, 15 November). Passengers can offset carbon emissions from air travel under new Changi Airport initiative.
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