Edmonton International Airport (CYEG) is actively leading the adoption of hydrogen technology for aircraft and vehicles, uniquely focusing on creating demand through strategic partnerships to drive supply and aiming for hydrogen aircraft by 2025.
The airport prioritizes hydrogen production based on "carbon intensity" over traditional "colors," partnering to develop solutions that significantly reduce emissions, such as using renewable natural gas.
CYEG has deeply integrated Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into its operations, committing to carbon neutrality by 2040 and implementing major sustainability projects like the world's largest airport solar farm.
Editor’s Note: This article originally appeared on FreightWaves.com.
Airlines and fuel providers are experimenting with using hydrogen to power aircraft and vehicles, and Edmonton International Airport (CYEG) aims to be “on the leading edge of that,” according to vice president Myron Keehn.
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Alyssa is a staff writer at FreightWaves, covering sustainability news in the freight and supply chain industry, from low-carbon fuels to social sustainability, emissions & more. She graduated from Iowa State University with a double major in Marketing and Environmental Studies. She is passionate about all things environmental and enjoys outdoor activities such as skiing, ultimate frisbee, hiking, and soccer.
