Enhancing environmental efficiency at Terminal 2E, Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Year
2021
Location
PARIS - FRANCE
Sector(s)
Airports
Issues
Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport, particularly Terminal 2E, initiated an environmental optimization project to analyze the impact and ecological footprint of its operations. With the pandemic significantly affecting air traffic, new challenges emerged, including maintaining chemical and biological hygiene, monitoring gas and odor emissions, and adjusting real-time energy management.
SOLUTION
To address these challenges, various innovative technologies were integrated:
- Use of UVB lamps to generate hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂), enabling the oxidation of biofilm on surfaces.
- Deployment of 14 POD2 sensors to measure in real-time the concentrations of gases, particles, and odors, and to assess the impact of H₂O₂ remediation measures on air quality.
- These sensors provided continuous and precise monitoring, delivering essential data to adjust the building’s energy management.
KEY RESULTS
The implementation of these technologies led to several significant benefits:
- Effective online emissions monitoring: The POD2 environmental and odor detection modules enabled efficient real-time monitoring of gaseous emissions, including H₂O₂, and facilitated the identification of odor footprints.
- Significant energy savings: Notable energy savings were achieved through the optimization of the ventilation system, aligning the building and its procedures with actual usage needs.
- Enhanced air quality and energy management: Overall improvements in air quality and energy management in Terminal 2E created a healthier and more sustainable environment for airport users and staff.
This project demonstrates the effectiveness of combining advanced technologies with environmental management practices to address the contemporary challenges faced by major airport hubs.
