Green Airport: Runway to Sustainable Development. An Assessment Report on Beijing Capital International Airport

Beijing Capital International Airport has shown strong commitment towards ensuring that its growth in air, cargo and passenger traffic is balanced with improved performance in this regard. The airport has contributed up to 9.7% of Beijing’s economic output and employed up to 6% of the city’s working population directly and indirectly. It has furthermore brought broader positive impacts on investments, trade, and tourism to the local economy. The airport has invested in the health and professional development of its staff, leading to it being named among the top 30 employers in Beijing in 2016. In terms of environmental performance, Beijing Capital International Airport has shown increased energy efficiency and reduced carbon emissions per unit of operation, even as its business keeps growing.