Schiphol Micro Conference on Circularity in Airports

On 6 March 2025, TULIPS partners EME and Schiphol organised a micro-conference on Circularity in Airports. A thought-provoking and action-driven occasion for innovators, experts, and change-makers! 

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Airports seize their role in circular economy transition 

Airports can play a crucial role in the transition to a circular economy, from reducing cabin waste to the way we build and operate. By integrating circular principles, airports can maximise resource efficiency and minimise environmental impact throughout the lifecycle of aviation and airport assets. In a world where resources are becoming scarcer and more precious, this approach is increasingly rewarding. To achieve this, we must act now, and collaboration is key. During our micro-conference, we combined our forces and shared best practices to explore ways we can close the loop together.

Programme 

Presentations Circular Airports
How do airports apply circular principles in their daily operations but also in construction projects? Watch the video for the following presentations:

  • 00.00m Anne Rademaker of EME (facilitator) – Circular Economy Expert EME
  • 02.03m Sara Solis of Amsterdam Airport Schiphol – Circular Economy Lead
  • 11.12m Nicholas Gabriel of Heathrow Airport – Senior Environmental Sustainability Manager
  • 21.33m Els Heyvaert of Brussels Airport – Sustainability Manager Climate & Circular Economy

Panel Circular Aviation
Panel on circular aviation with partners in the value chain. With our panel members we explored how airports, airlines and suppliers can work together to close the loop, with focus on cabin waste. Watch the video for an impression of the panel discussion.

  • Daniela Stange of IATA
  • Caroline van ‘t Hoff of KLM
  • Denise Pronk of Schiphol Group  
  • Karsten Uhing of Fraunhofer IML (moderator)

For more information please contact Sara Solis via tulips@schiphol.nl.