Planet HER
Sustainability at Heraklion Airport
From a 6.4 MW solar plant to LEED Gold architecture, HER is engineered to fly the world without leaving it behind.
Solar energy
6.4 MW solar plant powering ground operations and terminal lighting.
Water recycling
Greywater reuse system reduces fresh water consumption by 35%.
Zero-waste terminals
90%+ of operational waste sorted, recycled or composted on-site.
Carbon neutrality
Carbon Accreditation Level 4+ Transition. Net-zero target 2050.
Wildlife corridors
Protected zones around the airport perimeter for migratory birds.
LEED Gold
Terminal building certified LEED Gold for sustainable design.