Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) has achieved a significant milestone by attaining Level 4+ Transition under the globally recognised Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) programme.
Bengaluru International Airport Limited (BIAL), the airport operator, said that the prestigious accreditation, led by the Airports Council International (ACI), reflects BIAL’s unwavering commitment to efficient carbon management and sustainability.
The Level 4+ Transition accreditation is one of the highest accolades an airport can receive under the Airport Carbon Accreditation programme, showcasing BIAL’s aspiration to become net zero by 2030, and its continuous efforts in reducing carbon emissions. Furthermore, BIAL has received ACI’s Green Airports Recognition 2023 Platinum award, in the 15-35 million passengers per annum category, as a recognition of its Plastics Circularity initiatives, such as single-use plastic elimination, and roads from plastic waste at the Airport.