Solar Will Soar In Indy With Biggest Airport Array

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A 75-acre solar PV project in Indianapolis breaks ground; developers say it will become the largest airport solar array in North America. Read more →

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Harnessing Light At Russia’s Pulkovo Airport

Artist's conception of high-tech undulating roof with skylights at Russia's Pulkovo Airport. Image via Grimshaw Architects.

An expansion of St. Petersburg's Pulkovo Airport will not only provide vast interior vistas from all levels, but also save energy costs via natural lighting and passive solar features. Read more →

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Electric Car Trial To Happen At London’s Heathrow Airport

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Officials at London's busy Heathrow airport plan to trial electric vehicles in fleet usage to see if they are viable for daily operations type needs. Read more →

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From Sea To Shining Sea: Greener Airports Across The Nation

Solar Array, Phoenix Sky Harbor

Two trends in the greening of America's airports — LEED certification and solar power — have helped to cut the carbon footprint of air travel in recent years. Read more →

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Glaring Oversight: Airport Solar Panels Irk Controllers

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A quarter of the solar panels at Manchester-Boston Regional Airport have been covered with tarps after air traffic controllers said glare from the panels was distracting them. Read more →

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Atlanta International’s Shiny New LEED Silver Terminal

Maynard H. Jackson International Terminal

Atlanta International's new Maynard H. Jackson International Terminal combines energy efficiency with water conservation strategies to garner LEED certification. Read more →

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New Mexico Airport Completes 1 MW Solar Project

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The final phase of a solar array at Albuquerque's main airport has been completed, translating to one megawatt of power. Read more →

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Wanted: Fuel Cell Baggage-Towing Tractors

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The Energy Department is making $2.5 million available to demonstrate and deploy fuel cell EVs for transporting passenger baggage at major U.S. airports. Read more →

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US Eyes Airports As Major Clean Energy Sites

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture says open space surrounding airports could be used for biofuel, solar or wind production. Read more →

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Runway In The Sky Lands Planes Downtown

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A Greek designer's honorable mention entry in the eVolo Skyscraper Competition makes getting to the airport easy for city dwellers. Read more →

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