DFW AIRPORT, Texas, April 4, 2024
DFW Airport Releases Its Environmental, Social and Governance Report
In fiscal year 2023, DFW experienced the busiest year in its 49-year history. The airport served more than 79 million customers, while continuing to add new destinations around the world and driving record-setting passenger traffic, aircraft operations and revenues. In the year ahead, DFW remains committed to transforming travel through innovation and community collaboration. As a global leader in sustainability, the airport’s goal is to reach net-zero carbon by 2030, 20 years ahead of the industry goal.
This year’s ESG report reflects DFW’s commitment to its employees, customers, partners and future growth for the betterment of the North Texas region. The following are some of DFW’s accomplishments in fiscal year 2023:
- DFW and American Airlines approved the new Use and Lease Agreement, paving the way for the construction of a reimagined Terminal C and new Terminal F.
- DFW broke ground on its innovative electric Central Utility Plant (eCUP), which will be fueled primarily by electricity purchased from 100% renewable sources, providing additional capacity for future airport growth.
- DFW achieved an 81% reduction in annual CO2 emissions compared to a 2010 baseline.
- DFW earned numerous accolades, including:
- Best Airport in North America (40M+ passengers) for the second year in a row, by Airports Council International (ACI)
- Best Airport Employee Recognition Program by ACI
- Best Sustainability Initiative in Airports
- Owner of the Year: Commitment to advancing the construction management industry, supporting professionals, and fostering investment in construction by programs by Construction Management Association of America North Texas Chapter (CMAA)
- Recognized by Healthiest Employers as an inductee of its Hall of Fame and a national winner of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America
This year’s report covers fiscal year 2023, which is Oct. 1, 2022 to Sept. 30, 2023.
Click here to see the full report.
About Dallas Fort Worth International Airport: Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is one of the world’s busiest and most connected airports. Celebrating 50 years of service in 2024, DFW is proud to be not only a major port for North America but also a vital community asset. Centered between its owner cities of Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas, it serves as a major economic engine generating jobs and attracting businesses. DFW is committed to providing exceptional customer service and in 2023 was named the best large airport for customer satisfaction in North America by Airports Council International. A leader in sustainability, DFW is the world’s largest and North America’s first carbon-neutral airport. In 2023, DFW Airport served over 80 million passengers and offered more than 250 global destinations. For more information, visit the DFW website or download the DFW Mobile App for iOS and Android devices.
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