Dublin Airport is set to embark on a major sustainability overhaul after securing a €288 million long-term loan from the European Investment Bank.
The funding will help the operator daa implement a €627 million programme focused on reducing emissions, boosting water efficiency and improving energy performance across the airport campus.
Major Investment to Drive Green Transformation for Dublin Airport
The investment will accelerate the installation of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations for both airside and landside operations, enabling the transition of airport fleets to zero-emission vehicles.
In addition, the Dublin Airport‘s water and wastewater treatment systems will undergo major upgrades to enhance capacity and resilience during peak operations.
According to the EIB, this initiative aligns with its wider climate action and sustainability goals, supporting daa’s long-term plan to decarbonise operations and future-proof Ireland’s busiest airport.
EIB and EU Back Dublin Airport’s Green Push
EIB Vice President Ioannis Tsakiris described Dublin Airport as a “vital gateway” for Ireland and Europe.
“The EIB is proud to support this ambitious investment that will make the airport greener, more efficient and more resilient,” he said.
In addition to the EIB loan, daa has also received a €2.33 million grant from the European Union’s Connecting Europe Facility, further strengthening its environmental transition plans.
Kenny Jacobs, the daa CEO welcomed the funding, calling it “a real step forward” for the airport’s sustainability goals.
“These projects aren’t just about cutting emissions; they are about making the airport work better for everyone, our passengers, customers, staff and the wider community,” he said.
Building on Decades of Partnership
The new financing extends a 30-year partnership between daa and the EIB.
Previous EIB support helped fund terminal expansions, runway works and infrastructure projects at Dublin and Cork airports, with loans ranging from €115 million to €350 million over the years.
Across Europe, the EIB has invested over €7.6 billion in airports’ sustainability, safety and operational resilience.
Meanwhile, Dublin Airport is also testing carbon capture technology developed by Trinity College Dublin, part of a European Innovation Council-backed project aimed at advancing cleaner aviation solutions.
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