RAC launches KKIA energy efficiency project with Engie

RAC launches KKIA energy efficiency project with Engie

Riyadh Airports Company (RAC), operator of King Khalid International Airport (KKIA) in Riyadh, and Engie, a leader in low-carbon energy, have launched the Energy Efficiency project at KKIA to develop smart energy conservation measures.





The project, which will identify the optimal mix of clean energy sources, will provide the best solutions to reduce energy demand and costs, ensure reliable supply through clean and renewable energy sources.





The project covers all passenger terminals including the private aviation terminals, the airport’s industrial zone, support facilities, water transfer and treatment plants, substations, airfield and district cooling plants. Engie will perform an energy audit and consultancy work to identify and develop energy-saving measures that will reduce the facility’s energy use, cost of operation and maintenance.





The project comes as part of RAC’s efforts to enhance energy efficiency at KKIA as per the standards of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), the Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) and the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO).





RAC's CEO Mohammed bin Abdullah Al-Maghlouth said: “Making our infrastructure more energy efficient is a significant milestone and a testament to the determination of our vision to transform KKIA into a world-class operation. We are partnering with