18/02/2024
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Sustainability

OUR FOCUS IS THE WORLD, OUR GOAL IS THE FUTURE

At iGA Istanbul Airport, our aim is to "introduce the mobility methods of the future, using technology to benefit both humanity and the environment, while providing our guests with a comfortable and secure travel experience in the place where different cultures meet".

We Are Working Towards the Future of Mobility

Through the development of our innovative digital mobility practices, our guests, who come from all over the world, will be provided with a safe and inclusive travel experience, with our expertise allowing us to lead the way in aviation and mobility services.

We are Committed to Maintaining Environmental Integrity

Our focus is on eliminating the environmental footprint left by our aircraft and mobility services. In providing our services, we are implementing crucial operations to minimize the resources used and ensure cyclical waste management. Since the very start of our operations, we have dedicated specific projects aimed at preserving our biodiversity.

Adding Value to Our Society, Guests, and Employees

With a focus on regional development, we offer a range of employment opportunities in line with our commitment to responsible corporate citizenship. We invest in our society and in the communities that promote culture and art, to make a positive social impact. We employ a transparent and equitable management approach.

Our Sustainability Reports

We are pleased to announce the publication of our 2020 Sustainability Report, showcasing our commitment to sustainability as an integral aspect of our corporate culture. This report highlights our environmental, social, and economic contributions in line with the Sustainable Development Goals.

Our Sustainability Reports
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Our Environmental Strategy

Adapting to Climate Change: Achieving Carbon Neutrality by 2050

Our carbon management activities are conducted according to the procedures prepared in line with the Standard 14064-1 Quantification and Reporting of Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Removals at the Organizational Level.

Energy Efficiency

In accordance with our Energy Management Policy, the ISO 50001 Energy Management System has been installed and we are implementing effective practices to promote conscious consumption and energy savings. In addition to implementing system-based energy efficiency practices, we monitor the consumption of all our systems for any unusual activity and take the appropriate measures when necessary.

Zero Waste

Our waste management system has been implemented throughout our business and has been designed in line with our 'Zero Waste' objective, fostering a shared approach among all our stakeholders. Within this context, our priority is to minimize waste, a process that we facilitate through our sophisticated waste management system, using separation at source and quadruple separation containers. Our recycling practices use the semi-automated separation system that has been established at Istanbul Airport.

Water and Wastewater Management

We recognize the importance of water as a vital and scarce resource. With this awareness, we conduct ISO 14046 Water Footprint Standard studies throughout iGA Istanbul Airport, with the aim of understanding and evaluating the extent and significance of the potential environmental impacts caused by our activities. We anticipate that the inability to feed water sources will become an increasingly crucial challenge due to increased consumption and pollution, and that the Water Footprint Standard will evolve into the Zero Water Footprint concept in the near future.

Biodiversity and Wildlife Management

We at iGA Istanbul Airport strive to reduce the impact of our operations on natural ecosystems and biodiversity and intend to eliminate these impacts using supplementary measures. Our efforts to preserve biological assets at iGA Istanbul Airport continue, following the Biodiversity Action Plan (BAP), which we implemented in 2015.

Our Social Approach

Our Social Responsibility and Community Benefit Projects

As an integral part of our unwavering commitment to sustainability, we strive to deliver significant benefits to underprivileged communities through our Social Investment Program, encompassing a range of fast-impact and sustainable development initiatives.

Employee Experience and Career Opportunities

Regardless of our position within iGA, we actively listen to one another, value every person's opinion, and make decisions together.

 

We believe that fulfilling and rewarding careers can be achieved in a workplace that fosters employee growth and satisfaction. We establish our practices in alignment with our employees in this context.

İGA ART: Art’s Gateway to the World

As one of the most important global transfer hubs in the world, we are dedicated to our vision of becoming a center for universal art, uniting artistic creations under the auspices of iGA ART. We are committed to making iGA Istanbul Airport Türkiye's arts and culture gateway to the world.

People First and Foremost

In line with our 'People First and Foremost' philosophy and our commitment to a Healthy and Safe Airport, we prioritize the health and safety of our employees, guests, stakeholders, and contractors, by focusing on effective crisis management and preparedness for emergencies.

Our Governance Approach

İGA HUB: Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Technology Come Together with a Focus on Aviation

We initiated the iGA Hub program in partnership with ITU ARI Technopolis to support technology-focused initiatives and ensure their integration into our operations.

 

Our aim with the iGA Hub program is to implement innovative projects encompassing all aviation components and sectors, fostering comprehensive interaction within the aviation industry. These projects will provide more efficient, rapid, and cost-effective solutions for passengers, employees, business poartners, and authorities.

Risk Management

In line with our company's strategies and objectives, we conduct risk management activities at both the corporate and business unit levels, using a methodology developed in compliance with the COSO Enterprise Risk Management framework and the TS ISO 31000 standard, under the guidance of our risk management organization.

Sustainability Management and Reporting

We carry out our sustainability initiatives in accordance with the Sustainability Plan, established in 2022. The Sustainability Plan encompasses our 2030 objectives, established in line with our organization's critical areas of sustainability, as well as our assessment and review procedures for these objectives.

 

We present the Sustainability Report to our stakeholders on an annual basis.