Climate Change Data

San Antonio Airport System (SAAS)

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2022)

Reporting Period: 2022

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:15,546 MT CO2e (2021)
Water Consumption:50,000,000 gallons (2021)
Carbon Intensity:2.08 kg CO2e per passenger (2021)

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environmental
  • Social
  • Governance

Environmental Achievements

  • Reduced Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 37% between 2019 and 2021 at SAT.
  • Reduced commercial emissions by 12% from 2.37 to 2.08 kg CO2e per passenger between 2019 and 2021.
  • Installed 32 electric ground support equipment (eGSE) charging stations, resulting in significant emission reductions of VOCs and NOx.

Social Achievements

  • Achieved 88% passenger satisfaction with overall experience at SAT.
  • Received several awards for Airport Service Quality and hygiene measures.
  • Implemented a Residential Acoustical Treatment Program reducing noise impact on 1,582 residences.

Governance Achievements

  • Developed a new Strategic Plan (2023-2028) with a focus on People, Excellence, Growth, and Engagement.
  • Completed a Strategic Development Plan (SDP) for SAT through 2040, incorporating sustainability goals.
  • Exceeded federal DBE goals by 16% on average for the past three years.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Achieve carbon neutrality by 2050.
Medium-term Goals:
  • Achieve 41% GHG emission reduction by 2030.
  • Target all new construction to be net zero carbon by 2030.
Short-term Goals:
  • Convert all passenger vehicles and small trucks to more efficient options by 2025.

Environmental Challenges

  • COVID-19 pandemic impact on operations and passenger numbers.
  • Increasing noise complaints despite decline in air travel.
  • Need to manage Scope 3 emissions (outside SAAS operational control).
Mitigation Strategies
  • Implemented a Safety Management System (SMS) to improve safety and security.
  • Introduced Passenger Screening Canines (PSCs) program for enhanced security.
  • Developed a Vehicle Electrification Plan to reduce Scope 1 emissions.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Sustainability Requirements and Reporting specification for construction contracts.
  • City’s Environmentally Preferred Purchasing Policy.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Extreme heat
  • Wildfires
  • Floods
  • Storms

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA)

Awards & Recognition

  • 2021 ACI Director General’s Roll of Excellence in Airport Service Quality Award
  • 2020 ASQ Award for Best Hygiene Measures in the North America Region
  • 2020 ASQ Award for Best Airport with 5-15 Million Passengers