GMR Hyderabad International Airport (GHIAL) has once again clinched the prestigious “National Energy Leader” and “Excellent Energy Efficient Unit” awards at the 24th National Award Ceremony for ‘Excellence in Energy Management’ organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII). The airport has been recognised with “National Energy Leader” and “Excellent Energy Efficient Unit” laurels for the 5th and 7th year in a row, respectively.
GHIAL is known for its sustainable practices and commitment towards energy conservation. Its constant efforts to reduce carbon footprint and optimise energy usage through innovative initiatives have been recognised by industry experts. The National Energy Leader award recognises GHIAL’s leadership in energy management and its contribution towards a sustainable future. The Excellent Energy Efficient Unit award acknowledges GHIAL as an organisation that has consistently improved its energy efficiency performance year after year, said a release.
Speaking about this achievement, Mr Pradeep Panicker, CEO, GMR Hyderabad International Airport Ltd, said, “Hyderabad Airport has been at the forefront in adopting energy efficient and sustainable initiatives. As an organisation, we are very conscious about the need to protect our ecosystem and constantly work towards optimising operational efficiencies to curtail carbon emissions. We are committed to working around every aspect to create a sustainable organisation and ecosystem. We are investing in energy-efficient technologies and aim to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030.”
The National Energy Leader award and Excellent Energy Efficient Unit award are a testament to GHIAL’s commitment towards a sustainable future. These accolades also encourage other organisations to adopt sustainable practices and contribute towards creating a better future for the next generations, the release added.