Sustainable practices and green policies in airports: The case of airport of Thessaloniki Makedonia

Abstract

The research examines the green practices and sustainable policy actions in airports. The case study, the airport of Thessaloniki, is located by the seashore of Thermaikos Gulf and has been upgraded with a new terminal recently. We study how sustainable practices, eco friendly actions and green policies are accomplished in this airport. Other green airports and their practices are discussed. Further, we register polluting factors and activities aiming to reduce footprint in the airport Makedonia. At the end, we provide a model description of the "green route"of a passenger with the green points in the airport.