Istanbul Airport, strategically positioned as an international hub connecting Asia and Europe, faces increasing scrutiny regarding its environmental impact, particularly its carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. This study aims to quantify the CO2 emissions from different aircraft types operating at the airport from 2018 to 2022. Utilizing Tier 2 emission factors and aircraft movement data, we conducted a comprehensive analysis of yearly emissions. Our findings indicate a decline in emissions across all aircraft types in 2020, presumably due to reduced air traffic amid the COVID-19 pandemic, followed by a rebound in subsequent years. The BOEING-737 aircraft showed the highest emissions consistently, marking it as a crucial target for mitigation strategies. Based on these results, we propose a set of five strategies, including fleet modernization and the use of sustainable aviation fuels, to mitigate future emissions. The study serves as a cornerstone for future research and policy-making aimed at reducing the carbon footprint of air travel, aligning with both local and global sustainability goals.


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    Title :

    Assessing the Carbon Footprint of Istanbul Airport: Emission Estimates and Sustainable Solutions


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    Publication date :

    2024-01-17


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    444625 byte




    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English



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