Our Vision
Perth Airport's vision is to be Australia's western hub - connecting lives, businesses and communities to a world full of possibilities.
Our Guiding Values
- We are one team delivering great service and keeping you safe.
- Being brave and thinking big, we embrace the future.
- We are creative, curious and continuously learning.
- We get things done!
Our Sustainability Commitment
- Perth Airport has a significant role to play in the prosperity and well-being of Western Australia and its people.
- We aspire to be a sustainability leader, and commit to act ethically, sustainably and responsibly in our commercial operations.
- Sustainability is a key aspect of our business strategy and guides our plans to grow responsibly in a way that takes into account the interests of our customers, investors, and the communities in which the airport operates.
- We acknowledge and respect the traditional custodians of the land on which Perth Airport operates, and commit to working in partnership with them and the broader communities we serve.
- We are committed to designing and constructing buildings and infrastructure that support health, resilience, and well-being for people while aiming to reduce impacts on the environment where possible.
Our Key Program Areas
We periodically conduct a comprehensive materiality assessment to determine which sustainability topics are important to our business and our stakeholders.
While a broad range of issues continue to merit consideration and effective management by Perth Airport, it was determined through this materiality assessment process that the impacts, risks, and opportunities in relation to the topics specified in the below table are the most material for Perth Airport.
These key topics and the aspirations in relation to each topic (which are also set table) have been embedded within our Sustainability Framework and as ‘Key Program Areas’. These topics and aspirations inform our sustainability reporting and are considered by Perth Airport in determining our business and sustainability strategy (including informing any sustainability targets we set or commitments we make), communications, and investment decisions.
Environmental
Energy and Carbon
Reduce Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by optimising energy use, efficiency, increasing the use of renewable energy and purchasing offsets for unavoidable emissions to achieve a net zero emission target. Proactively collaborate with stakeholders to measure and jointly reduce Scope 3 emissions from our value chain.
Biodiversity and Habitat
Minimise the impacts to biodiversity in the planning and design phase of developments.
Contamination Management
Effectively assess, manage and remediate contamination (including PFAS) within the Airport Estate to ensure environmental compliance and safeguard public health.
Waste Management
Improve waste management by minimising generation, maximising reuse and recycling.
Water Sensitivity
Adapt to a drying climate, by measuring and minimising water use and improving water recovery and reuse.
Social
Customer Satisfaction
Optimise customer satisfaction and deliver an outstanding customer experience by integrating operations, digital and technology, brand experience and insights.
Human Rights
Uphold and respect human rights principles by promoting responsible management within the supply chain and across airport operations, ensuring ethical practices, and fostering fair treatment of all stakeholders.
Inclusive Access and Services
Create an inclusive and accessible environment for all passengers and stakeholders.
Sustainable Design and Development
Responsible planning and sustainable development for future growth.
Economic Impact
Positive economic impact on the community in which we operate and the state of Western Australia.
Community Engagement
Maintenance of an informed and cooperative relationship with partners, local community & stakeholders.
Indigenous Engagement
Commitment to build respect and trust, reconciliation, and education. Celebrate and protect Aboriginal culture & heritage.
Noise
Work with government and airline partners to manage and mitigate aircraft noise.
People
Employer of Choice
Attract and retain suitable employees and equip them with skills, knowledge & experience to realise their potential.
Organisational Culture
Align our culture and brand, to ensure the success of our business by fostering a unified team focused on delivering exceptional service, innovation and ensuring safety.
Safety and Security
Ensure a work environment that protects the health and wellbeing for our employees and people using the airport, while maintaining a safe and secure airport operating environment.
Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Commitment to fostering an inclusive culture and promoting equitable outcomes, ensuring we are representative of the diverse community we serve.
Governance
Ethical Business
Build a culture to maintain high ethical standards and integrity. Ensure that suppliers and partners are committed to sustainable practices and share our values regarding sustainability responsibilities.
IT Security, Data Protection and Innovation
Ensure the security of IT systems and protect personal data against improper use. Drive technological improvements and innovation to create new opportunities.
Corporate Governance and Compliance
Practice responsible corporate governance and compliance with laws, regulations and internal policies. Foster trust and transparency through independently assured or verified public reporting.
Risk Management and Resilience
Effectively recognise, respond to and recover from environmental changes and proactively address the resulting risks and opportunities to enhance organisational resilience and emergency preparedness.
Stakeholder Engagement
Regular and proactive engagement of stakeholders.
Climate Change Resilience
Understanding and adapting to the risks and physical impacts of climate change.
Our Sustainability Targets
Environmental Targets:
- Net Zero Perth Airport-only Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by FY40 (reducing emissions as far as possible and offsetting residual emissions); and an interim target to reduce Perth Airport-only Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by at least 70% (from FY18 baseline) with the remainder to be offset, ensuring carbon neutrality by FY30.
- 50% Renewable Energy across all of PAPL Estate by 2030 (incl. PAPL, tenants and operators)
- Minimise impacts on Munday Swamp Wetland
- 75% Resource Recovery Rate by 2030
- PAPL scheme water use (total) to remain below 2019 levels at 2030 despite expansion strategy (excl. Tenants/others)
- ACA Level 4 Accreditation by 2026
Some of Perth Airport’s Other Sustainability Targets:
- Sustainability certifications for relevant, new development projects. What is 'relevant' is determined on a case-by-case basis but generally applies to all new development projects with costs exceeding $10 million.
- 40:40:20 gender diversity mix at all levels of the business.
