Geasar included among the “Leaders of Sustainability 2024” companies of the Sole 24 Ore.
Geasar SpA., management company ofOlbia Costa Smeralda airportwas recognized as one of the 240 Italian companies “Sustainability Leader 2024“, according to the investigation conducted by Sun 24 Hours And Statesman. This recognition, which positions Geasar as thethe only company in Sardinia included in the listadds to the recent confirmation of the certification at Level 3 Optimisation of the program Airport Carbon Accreditation Of ACI Europehighlighting Geasar’s continued commitment to sustainable practices.
Olbia airport has stood out, in particular, for its commitment to the following key areas of sustainability:
- Social Area: Geasar has invested significantly in staff training, with an average of 74 hours of training per employee.
- Economic Scope: The airport recorded an economic growth of 54% compared to the previous year, with an important direct, indirect and induced impact on the reference territory.
- Environmental Area: Geasar, in addition to its efforts to reduce emissions, has worked on the implementation of procedures which has led to reaching a waste recycling rate of 82%.
At the international level and in the specific airport sector, Geasar has also obtained confirmation of the certification at Level 3 Optimisation of the program Airport Carbon Accreditation by ACI Europe (the trade association of European airports), aligning Olbia airport with international best practices in terms of reducing CO2 emissions.
Below are the main planned sustainability initiatives that allowed the certification to be obtained:
- Solar power: Installation of a photovoltaic system on the shelters of the airport’s car parks, which will satisfy up to 25% of the airport’s energy needs.
- Climate Efficiency: Adoption of advanced and low energy consumption air conditioning systems.
- Sustainable mobility: Progressive replacement of internal combustion engine airport vehicles with electric vehicles, thanks to a loan of ENAC.
- Recycling and Waste Reduction: Increase in the percentage of separated waste.
- Emissions Policies: Implementation of company policies to reduce direct and indirect emissions, also thanks to the involvement of employees and stakeholders (airlines, trade associations, local community, etc.).
“This recognition demonstrates the attention and commitment of the Geasar Group towards sustainable development, creating value for the airport community and the territory,” he declared Silvio Pippobello, CEO of Geasar. “We are particularly proud to be the only company in Sardinia to be included in this prestigious list, as well as to confirm recognition at Level 3 Optimization of ACI Europe’s Airport Carbon Accreditation programme. These accomplishments would not have been possible without the dedication of our employees and the collaboration of our stakeholders. We will continue to invest in initiatives that improve environmental, social and economic sustainability, strengthening our long-term commitment to a more sustainable future.”
