İGAイスタンブール空港の社会的責任プロジェクト – コミュニティ、持続可能性、イノベーション

Create a center for community impact at the airport to coordinate programs with organizations and schools, to strengthen focus on children. This approach enables achieving measurable outcomes and builds integrity through transparent reporting with partners.

At the sustainability center, İGA deploys solar arrays powering key facilities, using water-saving systems, and applies cermodern design to reduce waste. This established model blends efficiency with culture, inspired by community needs and strong data sharing with organizations to validate progress.

In the innovation corridor, the airport partners with schools and local groups to host hands-on programs for children and teenagers, embracing diverse perspectives and using real-world pilots. The focus remains on creating practical, scalable solutions, with success measured by pilots that move from idea to implementation. A bold bull nod reminds teams to stay grounded in integrity while delivering value.

For practitioners, adopt three concrete steps: extend student programs by partnering with schools and NGOs; publish a transparent dashboard with metrics on participants, programs, and environmental indicators; add modular solar capacity and deploy rainwater reuse in facilities. Report results openly to the community and organizations, and reinforce integrity through regular governance reviews.

Community Engagement Strategies with Local Stakeholders

Map local stakeholders within a 50-kilometer radius and launch a quarterly community roundtable to co-design programs. Establish a circular feedback loop that channels insights from residents, small businesses, universities, and municipal bodies into planning and commissioning cycles, achieving the highest level of shared ownership.

Assign a dedicated Community Liaison Officer (CLO) to coordinate with 12 regional groups across neighborhoods and schools. The CLO will publish monthly online updates and maintain an articulated portal that hosts surveys, artworks, and normative information, reinforcing transparency and trust across operations and enabling ongoing commissioning. This approach has been designed to deliver achievement for all parties and supports ongoing engagement and accountability.

We also track a bull metric for participation to ensure targets are met.

The initiative is emphasizing structured milestones, with short-term targets (three to six months) and a bull’s-eye metric for participation to ensure engagement is meaningful. The program envisions a framework that integrates local artworks into airport environments, communicates ecological themes, and aligns with a societal motto of shared responsibility. Since the start, the atalays framework articulated by İGA has guided commissioning of community-art collaborations and educational activities that advance operations and local capacity.

Key Actions

Among stakeholder groups, priority audiences include neighborhood associations, small businesses, universities, NGOs, and municipal agencies. The strategy relies on best-practice channels: quarterly roundtables, online surveys, and collaborative workshops that produce concrete outputs for the year. The aim centers on achieving co-created plans that are implementable within İGA’s governance structure.

Measurement and Impact

Volunteer and Youth Education Programs at İGA Istanbul Airport

Launch a year-round volunteer and youth education program that pairs students with airport sustainability projects, starting with a six-week training and a 12-week internship, and track results for formal certification.

The program emphasizes experiential learning and aligns with standards for safety, ethics, and ecological stewardship. It engages children and youth through partnerships with schools, community clubs, and sport networks, keeping the tone friendly and outcomes-focused. This initiative has sold strong support from schools and local partners and aims to build a pipeline of ambassadors who can contribute to the ecological transition while gaining hands-on aviation-sector skills.

The landscape of youth engagement around İGA Istanbul Airport will change as the program grows, creating visible opportunities for learners to apply classroom concepts to real-world challenges.

• Strategy and system: The initiative rests on a three-stage strategy–onboarding, mentorship, and evaluation. A dedicated volunteer network coordinates activities, safety protocols, and timetables, while a shared system tracks progress, participation, and reflection moments. The bull’s-eye metric keeps teams aligned with impact goals and quality control.
• Curriculum and activities: Modules cover ecological literacy, waste reduction, energy efficiency, sustainable mobility, and water conservation. Activities include site visits, hands-on experiments, design challenges, and sports-based teamwork, all designed to be accessible for children and adaptable to school calendars.
• Standards and certification: Participants work toward a certification aligned with national safety and ethical standards. Upon completion, certificates are awarded, acknowledging achievement and signaling readiness for advanced projects or internships within the airport ecosystem.
• Participation and metrics: Projected year-by-year growth targets start with about 1,200 participants in year one, rising to 2,500 in year two and 4,000 by year three. Mid-year surveys and activity logs generate results that are analyzed to refine modules and increase engagement.
• Impact and communication: Results generated from field activities are showcased at annual exhibitions, on digital dashboards, and in community events. Inspirations from youth teams drive further activities and demonstrate measurable consumption reductions and ecological gains.
• Recognition and momentum: Achievements are celebrated with awards and scholarships for outstanding projects, reinforcing motivation and aligning with the program’s goal of advancing lifelong learning and civic responsibility.
• Sustainability and landscape integration: The program integrates with broader sustainability projects at the airport, reinforcing how community education strengthens the ecological and operational landscape while fostering responsible stewardship among younger generations.

Waste Reduction and Recycling Initiatives at İGA Istanbul Airport

Implement a centralized waste sorting program across all terminals with clearly labeled streams, staffed by trained teams, by Q3 2025 to cut landfill waste by 40% and increase material recovery. This action sets a practical setting for the airport’s sustainability goals and serves as a reference for peers in Europe and beyond. The bull case for recycling investments remains strong.

In the typical waste mix at the airport, five streams matter: recycling for plastics, paper, metal, and glass; organics for food and compostable waste; e-waste for devices and batteries; textiles from uniforms and passenger lounge textiles; and residuals for energy recovery where needed. A systematic approach channels these flows to on-site processing at the Environmental Center, ensuring sorted materials are ready for recycling or composting. These practices contribute to global progress and demonstrate value for the city, travelers, and suppliers.

Key streams and actions

Deploy five streams, extend bin coverage to 1,000 color-coded containers, and install compactors near major concourses. Establish a dedicated sorting line at the Environmental Center and connect it to partner recyclers in Europe to guarantee high-quality material. Train 420 staff and 5,000 contractors annually in proper sorting, contamination control, and safe handling. The result in 2024 shows contamination at 18% and a material recovery rate of 34%, a remarkable progression. These indicators guide adjustments and help demonstrate value to investors and the local community.

These activities engage travelers and local communities, including children, through signage, school programs, and interactive displays in the center and around public areas. The engagement builds progressive awareness and public trust, strengthening the airport’s role as a community hub and environmental center.

Measurement, governance, and partnerships

Adopt a two-tier governance model with an operations committee and an executive sponsor. Use digital dashboards to track waste kilograms, diversion rate, and contamination by terminal. Public reporting supports accountability and continuous improvement, enabling effective sharing of practices with Europe and global partners. The center catalyzes collaborative procurement for recycled materials and negotiates with local facilities to boost year-over-year progress.

In summary, these initiatives create value by reducing waste, lowering disposal costs, and advancing a sustainable image for İGA Istanbul Airport. With steady investments and clear targets, the center becomes a backbone for sustainable travel and a model for the generation to come, a reference that will inspire children and visitors alike to participate in meaningful environmental action.

Sustainable Mobility Infrastructure and Eco-Friendly Transportation Options

Adopt a centralized Mobility Hub as a scalable model for sustainable access; from commissioning the first fully electric shuttle fleet and charging plaza to integration with rail and road networks, the framework will unify procurement, data sharing, and performance metrics across organizations. The projected outcomes indicate the highest potential to reduce emissions and improve well-being, with zero-emission operations that extend benefits to staff, passengers, and neighboring communities. This approach also leverages reclaimed water for cooling and irrigation, promotes donated equipment for rapid deployment, and creates activities that engage users from day one. The enev and tesyev programs are identified as key partners to accelerate commissioning and broaden their impact.

Comprehensive Mobility Framework and Modal Mix

With a unified framework, the project will deploy a high-coverage on-site fleet of battery-electric shuttles and vans, 40 fast-charging stations, and a year-round bike-share integrated with the public transit timetable. The highest ROI emerges when the fleet operates in a single system with adaptive traffic signals, real-time occupancy data, and demand-responsive routing. The modal mix prioritizes zero-emission options, including rail connections and pedestrian-first pathways. Water levels and cooling systems will use reclaimed water, reducing fresh-water intake and supporting sustainable landscaping. Donated sensors and equipment from partners accelerate commissioning, and activities such as live demonstrations and rider-education campaigns foster broad participation. This model affords predictable budgets and long-term savings while tracking emission reductions against a shared dashboard, extending positive outcomes beyond the terminal perimeter.

Implementation Steps and Stakeholders

Roll out in phases: Phase 1 targets the main terminal area in 2025, Phase 2 expands to satellite zones in 2026. Identified milestones include commissioning of charging plazas, integration with ticketing, and data-sharing agreements among organizations. The trajectory of adoption remains robust, particularly during peak travel periods, and will be monitored through regular evaluations aligned with well-being indicators for staff and travelers. Reconcile their operational goals with environmental targets by coordinating with local authorities, transport operators, and community groups to ensure zero-emission options are convenient, affordable, and accessible. Their collaboration will be documented in quarterly reports to the project governance body, with enev and tesyev programs guiding research-to-implementation transfer and sharing lessons learned with nearby airports. The result is a positive cycle of investment, learning, and outreach that strengthens sustainability across traffic levels, energy use, and urban well-being.

Green Procurement and Local Supplier Engagement

Adopt a Green Procurement framework that prioritizes local, accredited suppliers and environmental criteria in every purchase decision. Define the scope to engage regional organizations with clear requirements, and set a three-year trajectory toward at least 60% of annual spend from local providers. This approach affords a stronger economy, lowers emissions, and builds a record of achievements that communities appreciate, including benefits for children and families. Monitor time to onboard and time to deliver to keep momentum.

Launch a two-track program: onboarding local suppliers and performance governance. Short-term milestones include enrolling 50 local suppliers in year one; requiring accredited environmental credentials for 80% of suppliers; and applying environmental criteria in 100% of RFPs within six months. Build cradle-to-grave data on material consumption and embodied emissions. Place a dedicated on-site coordinator, atalay, to support onboarding, training, and verification. Use a quarterly scorecard to track integrity, achievements, and progress in innovation–especially in packaging and product design. Initiate a solar procurement pilot: target solar-ready equipment for 10% of purchases in year one, with a path to 25% by year three, reducing emissions and saving energy costs over the asset lifetime.

Engage local communities by showcasing supplier achievements and transparency. Build a learn-by-doing program for small producers, including women-owned and youth-focused ventures, so that children see practical benefits from sustainable procurement. Host quarterly workshops that address waste reduction, well-managed cold-chain operations, and solar integration. Publish a simple, trusted report on emissions avoided and environmental savings, reinforcing integrity in tendering and encouraging innovation across suppliers. The results expand the scope beyond airport operations to regional economies, touching multiple worlds of business and civil society.

Finalize governance and monitoring: form a cross-functional committee with procurement, sustainability, and finance; review quarterly; tie rewards to verified environmental performance; require accredited audits for major suppliers; publish public dashboards detailing emissions reductions, consumption savings, and solar assets installed. Link supplier contracts to integrity clauses and continuous improvement plans; ensure all data is traceable and auditable.

Air Quality, Noise Control, and Community Health Initiatives

Install and maintain a real-time air quality dashboard across the airport campus and surrounding communities, with monthly public reporting. This concrete recommendation demonstrates accountability and helps track progress toward the highest standards of air safety and comfort, that residents and workers can rely on since day one.

Air Quality Measures

Since 2024, İGA has deployed 20 fixed sensors and 8 mobile units to measure PM2.5, PM10, NO2, and ozone across terminals, apron zones, and nearby neighborhoods. The baseline shows PM2.5 24-hour averages at 13 µg/m³ and NO2 annual mean at 28 µg/m³ during peak traffic. The goal is a measured trajectory toward PM2.5 below 10 µg/m³ and NO2 under 25 µg/m³ by 2027. Values are showcased in a public dashboard and used to adjust operations in real time, delivering measurable benefit for both air quality and passenger experience.

• Measuring: continuous monitoring informs decisions, with data refreshed hourly and summarized monthly for residents and workers; activities include public briefings and school outreach.
• Requirements and procurement: owners follow a formal specification to purchase low-emission filtration, upgraded HVAC, and electric ground support equipment where feasible; commissioning occurs in staged phases.
• Consumption and energy: upgrades reduce site energy use by 15% through efficient AHUs and optimized ventilation; any surplus solar generation is sold back to the grid to further reduce the footprint.
• Greenhouse and economy: reducing greenhouse gas emissions supports the local economy by cutting energy costs and promoting cleaner air for the community, workers, and visitors.
• Children and communities: data-informed actions lead to quieter, healthier spaces near schools and homes; the initiative supports opportunities for children to participate in science literacy activities related to air quality.
• Generations and impact: the concept centers on long-term health, ensuring positive effects across generations while maintaining a comfortable passenger experience.

Noise Control and Community Health Initiatives

We implement a layered noise strategy that combines physical barriers, optimized flight paths, and work practices to reduce nuisance without impairing operations. By 2026, the contour of noise exposure around the airport perimeter dropped by 8–12 dB during daytime and 5–9 dB at night in targeted zones near residential areas, underscoring the positive trajectory of community wellbeing.

• Measures and measurement: we monitor sound levels at 15 points around the campus, with measurements fed into the dashboard and reviewed quarterly.
• Systems and purchase: noise-dampening barriers, low-noise equipment, and quiet curfews are installed as part of the commissioning of new facilities; vendors must meet strict sound-power requirements as a condition of purchase.
• Community health: health clinics run screening campaigns for workers and residents, with weekly mobile outreach sessions to schools and clinics to support asthma and allergy management.
• Children and awareness: school programs explain air cleanliness, and family workshops teach practical steps to reduce exposure during high pollen days or peak traffic.
• Opportunity and collaboration: partnerships with local health services create an opportunity to expand monitoring, share resources, and extend benefits to nearby neighborhoods beyond the airport footprint.
• Generations and legacy: the initiatives illustrate a long-term commitment to cleaner air and quieter surroundings for generations that follow and the communities that host them.

Sustainability Metrics, Public Reporting, and Stakeholder Transparency

Publish an online dashboard and annual report that articulates three objectives and shows year-by-year progress, with data evidenced by independent verification. Build the framework around certification standards and reference metrics; make purchase decisions that align with sustainability goals and explain trade-offs to stakeholders. The approach affords clear, verifiable information and avoids ambiguity for readers and partners.

Metrics, Certifications, and Targets

Led by Atalay and Tesyev, the program defines a reference baseline in square meters of terminal space and annual purchase volumes. Measuring indicators include energy consumption per passenger, total CO2e (Scope 1-2), renewable energy share, water use intensity, and waste diversion. Typical targets: renewable energy share reaches 40% by 2026 and 60% by 2030; waste diversion at 75% by 2028; water intensity down 15% by 2027; Scope 1-2 emissions down 25% by 2030; ISO 14001 certification for core operations by 2025; LEED Gold for new terminals by 2027. Achievements are evidenced through third-party audits and a benchmarking frame that supports replicable results. Purchases with sustainability criteria stand at 60% by 2025 and 90% by 2030. Wooden pallets are phased out in favor of recycled packaging, reflecting policy in everyday operations. A bull icon on the online dashboard marks milestones, helping stakeholders perceive progress at a glance. When results are evidenced and compared against the benchmark, leaders adjust actions and share about progress with the public.

Public Reporting, Transparency, and Stakeholder Dialogue

The online reporting channel presents a clear perspective for passengers, employees, suppliers, regulators, and community partners. Things covered include energy, water, waste, materials, supplier sustainability scores, and procurement spend aligned with sustainability criteria. Reports contain year-by-year data releases, downloadable datasets, and a concise narrative that links performance to objectives and certification status. Reference metrics and clear benchmarks enable external auditors and local authorities to verify credibility, while online dashboards invite ongoing stakeholder dialogue and input on future targets.