Energy
Scope 2 includes indirect greenhouse gas emissions from purchased energy, such as electricity and district heating.
Avinor aims to reduce energy consumption for operating existing buildings and facilities by 10% by the end of 2028, compared to the 2023 level.
This goal applies to energy use that is adjusted for temperature, excludes vehicle charging and re-invoiced electricity, and includes self-produced energy. In the event of significant changes in area or measurement structure, deviations will be explained in the energy reporting.
It is estimated that the goal would result in cost savings of ~19 million NOK annually with a 10% reduction in Avinor's own energy consumption, and contribute positively to the established climate target (4-7% of emission reductions).
Energy Optimization
Avinor has started an energy optimization project to reduce energy consumption and costs through profitable measures across the entire organization.The project is organized into four work streams:
- Investment and Operations: Identification, analysis, and implementation of energy measures requiring investments and operational improvements.
- System Optimization: Improvement of SD systems and energy monitoring systems (EMS).
- Measurement and Payment: Work with measurement, billing, and user payment for energy consumption.
- Technology and Innovation: Development of smarter energy management through new technology.
At Svalbard, Avinor is developing a new energy solution that will significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions – but also requires substantial investments in infrastructure and technology. The power plant will produce both electricity and heat using liquid biogas (LBG).The facility will have a capacity of 195 kW of electric power and 780 kW of heat. It is scheduled for installation in autumn 2025, with trial operations the same year and full operation starting in 2026. The initiative is important for reducing Avinor’s greenhouse gas emissions in the short term and is expected to cut emissions by approximately 2,500 tonnes of CO₂e compared to 2022.
Avinor has already established solar panel installations at Svalbard, Stavanger, and Kristiansand airports. The next step is a solar park at Fagernes Airport, Leirin. The park will be built on the runway’s grey area – an already developed and regulated site – and will not involve any further encroachment on nature. The solar park will contribute new energy production that supports local business development and will be established within the airport’s perimeter fence.