TULIPS accelerates the implementation of innovative and more sustainable technologies to reduce emissions at airports.
TULIPS is a consortium led by Schiphol dedicated to developing innovations that facilitate the transition to low-carbon mobility and enhance sustainability at airports over the next four years. Supported by €25 million in EU funding, the TULIPS project began in January 2022 and will continue until December 2026. The consortium aims to accelerate the roll-out of sustainable technologies in aviation, significantly contributing to zero-emissions and zero-waste airports by 2030 and climate-neutral aviation by 2050. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is lighthouse airport and will serve as the proving ground for 17 demonstrator projects resulting from this collaboration.
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TULIPS has released the EU Atlas on Circularity in Airports, a new publication showcasing the latest insights on circularity in aviation. Bringing together sector trends, ten practical airport use cases, and key lessons for scaling circular practices, the Atlas offers airports and policymakers a clear, accessible guide to accelerating circular innovation across Europe.
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To be future proof, airports must prepare to charge diverse electric aircraft with varying voltage needs. This calls for smart, flexible solutions that avoid costly infrastructure upgrades. Within the TULIPS project, Work Package 2 therefore developed and tested a modular, voltage‑agnostic charging system designed for this future.
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TULIPS has completed its third demo wave — delivering progress in sustainable airport operations, from modular charging and heat‑storage analysis to hydrogen technology and smarter passenger waste separation. With the programme now extended to 2026, we’re gearing up for new demos, including a hydrogen drone flight and SAF initiatives. A big thank you to all partners and contributors driving this work forward!
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