Climate change concerns and high oil prices, along with increasing government support, are driving the requirement for renewable energy standards and incentives for airport operators to invest in renewable energy technology.
LeighFisher assists airport operators in achieving their renewable energy goals and maximizing the value of their organizations. Airport operators are seeking the most cost-effective options that also meet the organization’s broader sustainability objectives. We offer strategic feasibility evaluations that feature life-cycle costing and net present value analysis as part of an overall business case for proceeding with renewable energy generation. We review financial incentives and other mechanisms available for generating and paying for renewable energy sources, such as funding from the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA's) Voluntary Airport Low Emissions (VALE) Program and power purchase agreements with private developers. We also support our aviation clients by analyzing alternative sites for renewable energy installations and in the independent evaluation of proposals from clean energy developers.
