Climate Change Data

Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC)

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2017-07 to 2019-06, 2019-07 to 2021-06)

Reporting Period: 2017-07 to 2019-06

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:5,236 tCO2e (Scopes 1 and 2)
Scope 1 Emissions:2,781
Scope 2 Emissions:2,455
Renewable Energy Share:80%
Total Energy Consumption:140,800 GJ
Water Consumption:3.48 gallons/passenger
Waste Generated:0.409 lbs/passenger

ESG Focus Areas

  • Air quality & emissions
  • Climate impacts
  • Energy & water use
  • Biodiversity
  • Water quality & conservation
  • Waste & spills
  • Environmental compliance
  • Intermodal transportation
  • Business continuity
  • Economic contributions
  • Ground transportation & parking
  • Infrastructure improvements
  • Small & local business development
  • Impact on rates & charges
  • Accessibility
  • Community relations
  • Customer satisfaction & amenities
  • Employee diversity, recruitment & training
  • Ethics
  • Occupational health & safety
  • Security
  • Noise
  • Tenant relations

Environmental Achievements

  • Reduced GHG emissions by 11% due to transition from CNG to electric shuttles.
  • Achieved a 36 percent reduction in GHG emissions from purchased electricity compared to baseline by transitioning to San José Clean Energy’s Greensource.
  • Deployed a fleet of 10 battery-electric, zero-emission shuttle buses.
  • Began replacing indoor and outdoor lighting fixtures with LED bulbs.
  • Replaced restroom faucets with automatic, sensor-controlled fixtures.
  • Installed drought-tolerant landscaping in new projects.

Social Achievements

  • Supported the implementation of a food donation program.
  • Installed signage promoting bicycle lockers.
  • Provided tours of the Airport to City Hall employees and discussed sustainability and environmental programs.
  • Held a press event for the deployment of electric buses.

Governance Achievements

  • Completion of SJC’s first Sustainability Management Plan.
  • Development of a framework for SJC’s first Biennial Sustainability Report.
  • Approval of the Sustainability Management Plan by the City’s Transportation and Environment Committee and Airport Commission.
  • Presented on current and planned sustainability initiatives at American Association of Airport Executives Airports Going Green Conference.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Carbon neutral by 2032 (Scopes 1, 2, and 3)
Medium-term Goals:
  • 110,000 GJ annual energy use by 2027
  • 2.2 gallons/passenger water use by 2027
  • 0.25 lbs/passenger waste by 2027
  • 75% employee participation in wellness programs by 2027
Short-term Goals:
  • Airport Carbon Accreditation Level 2 by 2020-2021
  • 100% renewable electricity by 2022
  • Zero Waste by 2022
  • 100% low-emission vehicles by 2027

Environmental Challenges

  • Waste diversion rates dropped due to challenges within the recycling industry.
  • Traditional recycling markets reduced, and existing markets demand higher-quality material.
  • Increase in energy and potable water use potentially due to the new Interim Gate Facility and passenger growth.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Working with CSJ ESD to promote organic waste separation practices.
  • Improving separation practices and receptacles in offices, terminals, and airside and landside spaces.
  • Expanding the use of recycled water lines to all landscaped areas and non-potable uses in new projects.
  • Transitioning to San José Clean Energy’s 100% renewable (“Total Green option“).

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Local labor used in Interim Gates Facility construction

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI, GRI Airport Operators Sector Supplement

Reporting Period: 2019-07 to 2021-06

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:3,009 tCO2e (Scopes 1 and 2, FY21)
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:95%
Total Energy Consumption:123,135 GJ
Water Consumption:Not disclosed
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environmental
  • Social
  • Governance

Environmental Achievements

  • Achieved GBAC STAR Facility Accreditation for high levels of cleanliness and safety.
  • Opened a new LEED Silver-standard Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Station with sustainable features (EV charging, cool roof, xeriscaping).
  • Procured 95% of Airport electricity from renewable resources through San José Clean Energy.

Social Achievements

  • Implemented a food donation program, donating 3,582 meals to vulnerable communities.
  • Donated lost and found items to non-profits.
  • Supported community events (Sunflower Lanyard Program, Paws for Purple Hearts, service dog orientations).

Governance Achievements

  • Developed a Sustainability Management Plan (SMP) and first Biennial Sustainability Report.
  • Achieved Airport Carbon Accreditation Level 1.
  • Aligned with the City of San José's Climate Smart San José Plan.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Carbon neutrality by 2032 (Scopes 1, 2, and 3).
Medium-term Goals:
  • Achieve Airport Carbon Accreditation Level 3 by 2026.
  • Achieve 100% renewable electricity by 2022.
  • Achieve 20% energy needs met through onsite renewables by 2032.
Short-term Goals:
  • Achieve Airport Carbon Accreditation Level 2.
  • Automate utilities.
  • Implement recommendations from waste analysis.

Environmental Challenges

  • COVID-19 pandemic significantly reduced passenger travel, impacting resource consumption data.
  • Limited availability of low-emission alternatives for specialized airport equipment.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Leveraged opportunities in new development to include sustainability initiatives.
  • Continued tracking of utility use and planning for future reductions (transitioning to 100% renewable energy).

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement
  • Not disclosed

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Not disclosed
Transition Risks
  • Not disclosed
Opportunities
  • Not disclosed

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI, GRI Airport Operators Sector Supplement

Certifications: GBAC STAR Facility Accreditation

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • Not disclosed

Not disclosed

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Not disclosed

Awards & Recognition

  • GBAC STAR Facility Accreditation