Wednesday, October 16, 2024 Marking a significant achievement, ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) to launch a pilot project aimed at establishing a comprehensive framework for environmentally sustainable practices to reach its Net Zero emissions targets. The MoU was signed on the sidelines of the 59th Conference of Directors General of Civil Aviation for the Asia and Pacific Region, with the esteemed presence of ICAO President Mr. Salvatore Sciacchitano and Secretary General Juan Carlos Salazar.
Through its Net Zero Roadmap—a program endorsed by Airport Carbon Accreditation—ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East will offer strategic guidance to support the airport’s sustainability objectives. This on-demand service, which complements Airport Carbon Accreditation, assists airports in developing well-structured plans that include carbon footprint forecasting, governance frameworks, and detailed recommendations in areas such as asset management, fuel use, and operational improvements. The program also provides advice on CAPEX planning, execution strategies, and offsetting measures, while facilitating connections between airports and global financial institutions for potential funding opportunities.
Commenting on this partnership, Mr. Stefano Baronci, the Director General of ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East, said: “In an era where environmental sustainability has become not just an option but a funda.
