Emissions testing drives data-driven change

Airports are evolving rapidly to meet ambitious sustainability goals and lower emissions from their Ground Support Equipment (GSE). The transition from fossil-fuels to electric or alternative fuel equipment is central to these efforts, but presents strategic and financial challenges — especially since not all specialised equipment currently has reliable electric alternatives. Addressing this, forward-thinking airports are exploring multiple pathways, ensuring that equipment replacement strategies are both flexible and future-proof.

A core aspect of planning an airport’s sustainable future is understanding actual emissions from current GSE. By conducting real-world emissions testing, airports can collect accurate data on pollutants from various machines. This data-driven approach allows airports to target the most polluting equipment first and assess the benefits of options like biofuels or electrification. Watch this video to see how Copenhagen Airport in collaboration with Danish technological Institute work together to make informed, impactful investments — improving local air quality and setting a strong foundation for a cleaner, more resilient aviation sector.