AZAL preparing comprehensive ESG Strategy and Zero Emission Plan - President at Azerbaijan Airlines

Samir Rzayev, President of AZAL

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# 13 May 2025 10:53 (UTC +04:00)

AZAL is currently preparing a comprehensive ESG Strategy and Zero Emission Plan, Samir Rzayev, President at Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL), said during his speech at the IATA Aviation Energy Forum, APA-Economics reports.

He mentioned that the document is based on sustainable infrastructure, smart airports, renewable energy solutions, green finance, and transparent emission reporting: "Our approach is data-driven, systematic, and shaped by both macro and meso-level analyses."

Samir Rzayev also noted that AZAL has been publishing Sustainability Reports since 2021: "Following this, we are now preparing a more detailed, data-driven Sustainability Report for 2024, which will include comprehensive emission assessments. This step will further strengthen our commitments towards sustainable development, environmental protection, energy transition, and ESG reporting."

He emphasized that AZAL also considers Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) as a key decarbonization direction. Although global SAF markets are still in the formation stage, AZAL is aligning with the RefuelEU initiative and is currently assessing the potential for SAF production and supply within the region. The goal is for the infrastructure and regulatory environment to be fully prepared when SAF is widely adopted.

“To finance this transformation, we are actively collaborating with financial institutions and development partners. Through green financing mechanisms, including sustainability-linked bonds and public-private partnership frameworks, we are promoting clean energy projects and long-term climate-smart investments. These efforts are being carried out based on a clear roadmap to achieve operational and environmental goals. Electrification of ground operations, the implementation of renewable energy sources at our airports, and the integration of digital systems that enhance energy efficiency are our priority areas. In addition to energy-focused initiatives, biodiversity and ecosystem conservation are also a core part of our strategy. AZAL preserves nearly 90,000 trees and vast green spaces within and around airport areas. This reflects the importance we place on the protection of natural habitats and ecological balance,” added the President of AZAL.

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