Charging an electric aircraft without physical supervision raises all kinds of questions. Technology can help to do it safely and efficiently. Rotterdam The Hague Airport and NLR demonstrated their smart solution for unattended charging during a special Demo Day op 17 September
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We are pleased to announce that TLD, a leading Ground Support Equipment supplier, is joining the TULIPS Consortium. In collaboration with Ballard, TLD works on developing a hydrogen-powered tow tractor. This project aims to reduce emissions on airside.
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Schiphol is conducting tests with the first ever hydrogen GPU at the airport. The H2-GPU is a hydrogen-powered Ground Power Unit (GPU) that supplies stationary aircraft at the gate with electricity, which is used for lighting and power in the cockpit. Schiphol is the first airport in the world to have a working H2-GPU and to use it in its operations.
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Safely charge an electric aircraft without physical supervision? It’s possible according to TULIPS. During our special Demo Day at Rotterdam The Hague Airport we will share the first results of our solution. So make a note of September 17 in your calendar!
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On June 25, we hosted a diverse group of sister airports and partners at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. The occasion was a demonstration and explanation of two groundbreaking innovations that TULIPS has been developing since the programme’s inception: the Iron Flow Battery and the Hydrogen ground power unit (H2-GPU). The Iron Flow Battery is already operational, while the H2-GPU is scheduled for upcoming tests.
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In a world exclusive, Schiphol is taking a major step toward energy storage and the further electrification of ground equipment with the arrival of an Iron Flow Battery at the airport. The large battery, recently installed on the A/B apron, offers a reliable power supply for the charging of electrical equipment and thus relieves pressure on the grid. The test with the innovative battery is part of the TULIPS programme.
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Starting in June TULIPS will be testing a hydrogen Ground Power Unit in airside operations. Switching to an H2-GPU could drastically cut emissions. But there are more reasons why an H2-GPU is an interesting development for airports. Let’s dive into this innovation.
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Amsterdam Airport Schiphol developed the Baseline Circular Airports Method (BCAM) to assess and improve waste management practices. BCAM systematically analyses resource streams, relevant stakeholders, treatment processes and environmental impact. Read how BCAM can help your airport becoming circular.
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Airports find themselves in the midst of a vital and complex shift; the clean energy transition. TULIPS is testing and validating several concepts and technologies. At the TULIPS Progress event on 10 October we will share our preliminary results. Join us onsite or online!
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Rotterdam The Hague Airport is at the forefront of hydrogen-powered aviation. One of its projects is the TULIPS demonstration, featuring a hydrogen-powered drone. But first, a permit is needed for a liquid hydrogen storage facility.
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We need to get rid of the linear waste systems at airports, which cause more emissions. But how? To this end, TULIPS partners presented an innovative Baseline Circular Airports Method (BCAM) at the WCEF in April 2024. This method is empowering airports to minimise waste and foster environmental stewardship. Join us!
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Together with ACI and To70, TULIPS organises the 2nd Hydrogen Airports Event at Torino Airport on 11 October 2024. Topics: a common vision on hydrogen flight and airports, guidelines for incorporating hydrogen in the aerodrome infrastructure and predicting hydrogen demand.
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After a long run-up we are almost ready to start testing our innovative Iron Flow Battery. We plan to test it by charging our e-GPU’s at the AB platform. Schiphol’s Innovation manager Oscar Maan gives an update.
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Traditionally when the tulips bloom in April, the TULIPS partners come to Schiphol. During deep dive sessions we shared updates on the use of (micro) smart grids, the hydrogen GPU, tagging construction materials to reuse them, SAF infrastructure and much more. It’s great to see how the plans for the demonstrations are now really being implemented.
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Join us at this year’s World Circular Economy Forum. We’re privileged to host a Studio on Zero Waste Airports. We will give an update on the methodology we are currently testing at Schiphol, Oslo and Larnaca and will discuss practical tools for airports
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TULIPS enjoyed a busy and eventful with meetings, demonstrations and presentations. Thank you for your ongoing interest in TULIPS and your support. Check out our highlights!
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Bos Logistics started testing their first electric truck at Schiphol, investigating how it performs compared to trucks with other fuels when it comes to environmental, social and energy impact. Our aim: decarbonising the first and last mile.
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In order to reduce the amount of ultrafine particles at airports the TULIPS team conducted a test with an innovative water screen. Can we remove ultrafine particles from the air with the help of water droplets? Joint us for a test day!
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Airports are often the entry and exit points of the EU. What then, could their contribution be to the green transport corridors in Europe? During the eMago kick -off conference, TULIPS and other H2020 project discussed this and possible cross-fertilisation.
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Schiphol will conduct two pilots to reduce ultrafine particles on the apron; an air filtration installation to filter the air indoors and an innovative waterscreen that uses mist to remove ultrafine particles from the air. This pilot is conducted by TULIPS.
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Our TULIPS team had three fruitful days with meetings and workshops at fellow airport Larnaca (Hermes Airports) to share progress and exchange lessons learned.
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The TULIPS’ Workpackage 7 team started its latest field experiment. On a piece of agricultural land next to the Polderbaan biochar has been incorporated into the land. Can we increase CO2 storage into the ground for a longer period of time this way?
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At Schiphol, a research lab has been opened at two aircraft stands on Pier D. The lab is full of equipment that can measure ultrafine particles and will be used to test measures and experiment with innovative ideas. The data and lessons learned of the research lab will be available for TULIPS as well.
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A new charging infrastructure for electric aircraft was put into operation at RTHA. It will supply the Pipistrel with electricity for research and training flights. A TULIPS demo is planned for 2024.
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To give some insights into the solutions we are working on, we joined EU Green Deal Projects OLGA and STARGATE at the Paris Air Show for a side event, discussing the challenges of e.g. SAF and hydrogen on the our way to becoming zero emisson airports.
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TULIPS recently welcomed DJMiddelkoop as new TULIPS partner. This logistics company will test heavy e-trucks in their airfreight operation.
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To reduce waste, first we need knowledge about waste. So we planned an adventurous waste safari in the underbelly of our airports to look for our ‘big five’. That is: the most the most important insights.
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Recently Bos Logistics joined the TULIPS consortium. The company’s ambition is to have a leading role in reducing the CO2-footprint in first and final mile distribution. Bos Logistics is participating in work package 1; increase electric freight transport.
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Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) will play an important role in making aviation more sustainable. Some of the many questions we received about SAF during our launch event we’re answering here.
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In the spring of 2023 we organised a number of deep dive sessions with the TULIPS workpackages. How far are the plans? What issues do we see? And of course it’s always great to speak to one another in person.
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TULIPS and its H2020 green airport sister projects OLGA, Stargate and ALIGHT organised a workshop at the PTE 2023. We all have our own unique projects and demonstrations aimed at how to enable greener flights.
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Schiphol will be testing an iron flow battery for charging electric handling equipment at remote locations. It reduces the airport’s carbon footprint and air pollution. A TULIPS test is also planned.
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EU Green Deal projects focusing on decarbonising ports or airports got together in Brussels. They concluded that there is great potential in closer cooperation. How can we learn from each other?
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The large green areas of airports could potentially be used to capture CO2 using biochar. Therefore TULIPS is investigating biochar sequestration at Torino Airport SAGAT. It may help in decarbonisation of airports.
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How can airports incentivise use and production of SAF? That’s what we discussed during the TULIPS meeting at Avinor Oslo Airport on 8 December 2022.
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Have a look at our TULIPS Launch event cartoon. A wrap up as colourful as the day! Did you miss out on our event? Then you can still enjoy our event highlights or recording of the livestream.
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With great interest we presented our plans during our TULIPS Launch event. With these demonstrator projects we want to drastically reduce emissions at airports before 2030 and decarbonise aviation.
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In October you are welcome to join us for the TULIPS launch event. Help us tackle the challenges to make airports more sustainable.
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In October you are welcome to join us for the TULIPS launch event. Help us tackle the challenges to make airports more sustainable.
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The Italian Ministry and TULIPS partner PoliTO have signed a three year agreement on analysing and promoting the use of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF)
Read more In October you are welcome to join us for the TULIPS launch event. Help us tackle the challenges to make airports more sustainable.
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The TULIPS workpackage leads and -liaisons met for a stimulating meeting to discuss plans and challenges. For the first time together at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
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TULIPS was present at the Refuel Europe conference in Brussels to talk about developing a large scale supply chain for Sustainable Aviation Fuels.
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TULIPS took part in de Passenger Terminal Expo in Paris to discuss synergies with its sister projects Olga and Stargate. We join forces to realise the European Green Deal.
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The TULIPS green airports aims to speed up the rollout of sustainable technologies in aviation and to significantly contribute towards the zero emissions and zero waste airports by 2030 and climate-neutral aviation by 2050
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