NEWS

• Awarded ‘National Energy Leader’ for the SIXTH consecutive year
• Awarded Excellent Energy Efficient Unit’ for EIGHTH consecutive year

Hyderabad, 19 September 2024: Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Limited (RGIA) has been honoured with the esteemed titles of "National Energy Leader" and "Excellent Energy Efficient Unit" at the 25th National Award Ceremony for 'Excellence in Energy Management,' an event organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) on 12th September 2024. This recognition marks a significant achievement for RGIA, as it has received the "National Energy Leader" accolade for the sixth consecutive year and the "Excellent Energy Efficient Unit" distinction for the eighth time. These awards underscore the airport's unwavering commitment to promoting energy efficiency and sustainability within its operations, reflecting its role as a leader in energy management in the aviation sector.

Speaking about this achievement, Mr. Pradeep Panicker, CEO, GMR Hyderabad International Airport Ltd said, "RGIA has been at the forefront of adopting energy-efficient practices ever since it started operations. We are committed to achieving Net Zero by investing in energy-efficient technologies across our organization. This dedication reflects our goal to promote sustainable practices and reduce our carbon footprint. By prioritizing energy efficiency, we aim to lead by example and foster a culture of sustainability, aligning economic growth with ecological responsibility.”

RGIA harnesses the power of green energy through a combination of its own 10 MWp (megawatt peak) solar power plant and green energy supplied by TGSPDCL. Hyderabad Airport has repeatedly shown its dedication to energy efficiency and sustainability. Some of the RGIA's commitments that help it secure its position as a pioneer in Energy Management include:

• Incorporating green building designs
• Implementing progressive generation and utilization of renewable energy sources to power airport operations.
• Practising energy management techniques to optimize energy usage and promote conservation.
• Encouraging behavioural changes to foster energy-saving habits.
• Procuring energy-efficient equipment.

The "National Energy Leader" award highlights GHIAL's leadership in energy management and its commitment to fostering a sustainable future. Additionally, the "Excellent Energy Efficient Unit" award acknowledges GHIAL's consistent improvement in energy efficiency performance year after year.