Source: Santiago de Chile International Airport 

  • The report outlines the economic, social, and environmental impact of Chile’s main air terminal, including an estimated contribution of 110,000 jobs, 697 tons of recycled waste, and an operation powered entirely by renewable energy.

Santiago de Chile International Airport has published its first Sustainability Report, covering 2024. This release marks a milestone in the airport’s evolution, closing a decade of major infrastructure development and signaling a new phase focused on operational excellence, improved passenger experience and responsible management of its economic, social and environmental impact.

Issued voluntarily, the report consolidates key achievements in 2024, when the airport surpassed pre-pandemic traffic levels for the first time, transported over 26 million passengers and recorded historic figures in air cargo volume. These milestones occurred with a fully available infrastructure and continued strengthening of service standards.

The report estimates that Santiago Airport supports about 110,000 jobs: 69,000 in tourism and 41,000 across the broader airport ecosystem, including direct, indirect, and induced employment. Among the highlighted initiatives is the ALAS Employment Support Program, which improves local job access through recruitment platforms, job fairs, and partnerships with airport businesses and the Municipality of Pudahuel.

“The publication of our first Sustainability Report is a strategic step toward greater transparency and continuous improvement, beyond what is required by regulation. This report reflects a decade of work focused on building a highly efficient airport operation, centered on the travel experience, economic development and environmental responsibility, all in line with international industry standards,” said Nicolas Claude, CEO of Santiago Airport.

The report highlights that 100% of the airport’s energy demand is met with renewable sources. It also details progress in energy efficiency and emissions reduction. In 2024, the airport recycled 697 tons of waste, improved organic and non-organic waste management, and advanced efforts to measure and reduce its carbon footprint in line with global airport benchmarks.

The 2024 Sustainability Report includes a double materiality assessment to identify key priorities in environmental, social and governance (ESG) areas, and was prepared in alignment with international standards such as GRI, SASB, and ACI. Through this publication, Santiago Airport reinforces its commitment to transparency, operational excellence and the long-term sustainability of both the aviation sector and the country.