Panel of international experts brings unique
perspectives to YVR's planning
for the future of low carbon aviation and airport
infrastructure
MUSQUEAM TERRITORY/RICHMOND, BC, July 22,
2024 /CNW/ - Clean, reliable, and affordable energy
is essential to power Vancouver
International Airport (YVR) and for the airport's continued
leadership in sustainable aviation.
Under its Roadmap to Net Zero YVR continues to decarbonize its
operations by 2030, while taking steps to enable the overall
aviation sector to achieve net zero carbon by 2050. As aviation and
other industries move towards electrification, YVR is planning for
future energy needs in a financially sustainable way that also
benefits the community and economy that supports it.
As part of its planning process, YVR today announced it has
formed an Energy Advisory Council, a group of six experts who will
provide the Airport Authority with advice and guidance on actions
needed to build future energy solutions concerning aviation and
infrastructure development on Sea Island.
"We have a unique opportunity to chart a sustainable path
forward not only for our airport, but also for our industry and
region through our work with YVR's Energy Advisory Council," said
Tamara Vrooman, President and CEO at
Vancouver International Airport.
"As we explore climate solutions, the Council will provide us with
expert advice, and identify partnerships to advance our energy
transition. I'm confident the Council will expand our thinking and
support YVR's vision to meet energy needs sustainably for the next
four to five decades – and beyond."
YVR selected Council members based on their diverse experience
and expertise. In addition to providing ongoing advice, the
Council will produce a report that outlines the actions and
considerations that are necessary to deliver new energy solutions,
in support of the Airport Authority's goals.
Council members are listed below.
YVR's Energy Advisory Council members:
- Bob Elton, former President and
CEO, BC Hydro, has been appointed Chair of YVR's Energy Advisory
Council.
- Christoph Frei, Emerald
Technology Ventures
- Brad Griffin, Canadian Energy
and Emissions Data Centre, Simon Fraser
University (SFU)
- Claudia Salem, aequilibri
- Frans Tjallingi, 7GEN
- Wal van Lierop, Chrysalix
Ventures
About YVR
Vancouver
International Airport (YVR) is a diverse global hub that connects
people, cargo, data, and ideas and serves as a platform for our
community to come together and thrive. We are motivated by
supporting regional economic development and making a positive
difference in the lives of British Columbians. We do this with a
focus on serving our passengers, partners, workers, and community
through digital modernization, climate leadership, reconciliation,
and financial sustainability.
SOURCE Vancouver Airport Authority