Flughafen München GmbH
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2022, 2023)
Reporting Period: 2022
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:81,613 tCO2e (Scope 1 & 2)
Scope 1 Emissions:81,613 tCO2e
Scope 2 Emissions:8,740 tCO2e
Renewable Energy Share:7.5%
Total Energy Consumption:436,607 MWh/LHV
Water Consumption:811,648 m³ (drinking water)
Waste Generated:9,029 tons
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate protection
- Air quality
- Aircraft noise
- Water management
- Waste management
- Biodiversity
- Resource conservation
- Sustainable mobility
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced CO2 emissions by approximately 2,500 metric tons per year through energy-saving measures.
- Opened a public hydrogen refueling station.
- Increased the share of electric vehicles in the fleet to over 30%.
- Implemented various alternative drive concepts for its vehicle fleet (biogas, bioethanol, biodiesel, C.A.R.E. diesel).
- Achieved Level 3 – Optimization in the Airport Carbon Accreditation initiative.
- Opened a fuel depot for sustainable aviation fuels (SAF).
Social Achievements
- Launched a campus mobility app for efficient resource utilization.
- Received funding for the purchase of 72 electric-powered passenger buses.
- Implemented noise reduction measures, resulting in a 40-50% smaller noise contour for the Airbus A350-900 compared to its predecessor.
- Implemented noise-related charges to incentivize the use of quieter aircraft.
- Developed a noise action plan in collaboration with affected communities.
Governance Achievements
- Operates an environmental management system certified to EMAS and ISO 14001 standards.
- Voluntarily set a target of carbon-neutral operations by 2030 and net-zero emissions by 2050.
- Signed the ACI Europe’s Net Zero Carbon Resolution 2050.
- Implemented emission-based landing fees to incentivize lower emissions from aircraft.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Medium-term Goals:
- Achieve carbon neutrality by 2030.
- Operate all ground-handling equipment in a carbon-neutral manner by 2030.
- Make electric vehicles the majority of the fleet by 2030.
Short-term Goals:
- Complete model roof on the transit building (2023).
Environmental Challenges
- High energy prices and dependence on Russian natural gas.
- Increased frequency of flash floods due to climate change.
- Need to improve rail transport accessibility for passengers.
- Aircraft noise pollution near the airport.
Mitigation Strategies
- Developing a step-by-step plan to maintain flight operations despite gas supply issues.
- Building additional photovoltaic systems and switching the combined heat and power plant to biogas.
- Reviewing flood protection at the airport and implementing drainage improvements.
- Expanding customer-based connectivity with rail passenger transport.
- Investing in quieter aircraft and implementing noise reduction measures.
- Developing a noise action plan.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Environmental standards for suppliers
- Sustainability requirements for goods and services
- Consideration of life cycle costs
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Flash floods
Transition Risks
- High energy prices
- Dependence on Russian natural gas
Opportunities
- Expansion of renewable energy sources
- Development of energy-efficient technologies
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: EMAS Regulation (EC) No. 1221/2009, ISO 14001:2015, Airport Carbon Accreditation
Certifications: EMAS, ISO 14001
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Sustainable aviation fuels (SAF)
Awards & Recognition
- “Blooming business” award
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:90,492 tCO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:83,686 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:6,806 tCO2e/year
Water Consumption:891,705 m3/year
ESG Focus Areas
- Environment and Climate Protection
- Employees and Society
- Company and Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced CO2 emissions by 2,852 tonnes through 18 additional individual measures.
- Reduced specific CO2 emissions per passenger to 2.44 kilograms (Scope 1 and 2).
Social Achievements
- Recruited around 1,500 new colleagues for the Munich Airport Group.
- Implemented measures to improve passenger experience, such as new information systems and state-of-the-art technologies at security checkpoints.
- Achieved a Lost Time Incident Frequency (LTIF) of 16.00, exceeding the forecast value.
Governance Achievements
- Established an internal reporting location in the Compliance department to implement the Whistleblower Protection Act.
- Adjusted the Code of Conduct due to the Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (LkSG) and the Whistleblower Protection Act.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Net zero emissions by 2035.
Medium-term Goals:
- Net zero emissions by 2035.
- Electric vehicles should comprise the lion’s share of the vehicle fleet by 2030.
Short-term Goals:
- Increase passenger figures by approximately 6% in 2024.
Environmental Challenges
- Personnel shortages during peak periods and periods of extreme weather in aircraft and baggage handling, as well as security services.
- Irregularities in flight operations due to strikes or bad weather, as well as the ongoing tense personnel situation.
- High inflation rates, continued high energy prices and the restrictive monetary policies adopted by many central banks.
Mitigation Strategies
- Intensive recruiting measures.
- Revised emergency and back-up plans.
- Cost-cutting measures in all areas, socially acceptable staff reductions and a short-term reduction in the investment budget in non-critical divisions.
- Relief packages for employees (travel allowance increase, inflation adjustment bonus, monthly bridging allowance).
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Emphasis on durable materials and products that use low levels of natural resources.
- Consideration of life cycle costs for investment goods.
- Economic, ecological, and social standards applied when purchasing goods and services.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Natural disasters (flooding)
Transition Risks
- Change in national and EU-wide security requirements
- Implementation of climate protection measures
Opportunities
- Expansion of photovoltaic systems
- Conversion of the vehicle fleet to alternative drive systems
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI
Certifications: DIN ISO 9001:2015, AZAV
Third-party Assurance: PricewaterhouseCoopers GmbH Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft
Awards & Recognition
- Best Airport in Central Europe (Skytrax)
- Best Airport Staff in Europe (Skytrax)
- 5-Star-Airport (Skytrax)