Greenfield Airports: Driving Regional Connectivity and ESG-Centric Development
Greenfield Airports: Driving Regional Connectivity and ESG-Centric Development Introduction 1 Why Governments Prefer Greenfield Airports 1 1. Enhanced Regional Connectivity 1 2. Economic Growth and Employment Generation 2 ESG Alignment: Environmental Benefits of Greenfield Airports 2 ESG Alignment: Social and Governance Benefits 4 Case Study 1: Kota-Bundi Greenfield Airport, Rajasthan 4 Case Study 2: Navi Mumbai International Airport, Maharashtra 4 Key environmental features of Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) include: 5 Conclusion 5 Introduction In recent years, the Indian government has prioritized the development of greenfield airports —airports built entirely from scratch on undeveloped land—to enhance regional connectivity and promote sustainable development. These projects are not only catalysts for economic growth but also align with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles . Notable examples include the recently approved Kota-Bund...