The European Investment Bank (EIB) has approved a €288 million loan to DAA to accelerate a €627 million decarbonisation and sustainability programme at Dublin Airport, marking one of Ireland’s largest green infrastructure investments to date. The 14-year loan will finance projects that aim to reduce emissions, improve energy efficiency, and strengthen environmental performance across the airport’s operations.

Key initiatives include the installation of high-capacity charging systems for electric vehicles, the construction of an on-site solar farm, and energy-efficient upgrades to Terminals 1 and 2. The investment also covers the modernisation of water and wastewater treatment facilities, alongside the purchase of zero-emission ground handling vehicles.

DAA CEO Kenny Jacobs said the loan enables Dublin Airport to deliver on its long-term sustainability goals: “With the EIB’s backing, we can make a genuine difference in rolling out EV charging at scale, modernising water management, and switching our terminals to renewable energy sources. These projects are about making the airport work better for everyone and ensuring a sustainable future.”

EIB vice president Ioannis Tsakiris, who announced the financing during his visit to Dublin, described the investment as a reflection of the bank’s commitment to support Ireland’s decarbonisation of transport. He noted that the EIB has provided over €7.6 billion in airport investments globally over the past decade, with an increasing focus on climate and safety improvements.

The initiative will also benefit from a €2.3 million grant under the EU’s Connecting Europe Facility. Once complete, Dublin Airport will operate with a fully zero-emission vehicle fleet and enhanced environmental resilience across its infrastructure.

Learn more about how Dublin Airport is positioning itself as a leader in sustainable aviation infrastructure in the full article.