Expansion of the photovoltaic grid is moving forward: Salzburg
Salzburg Airport is on track to achieve net-zero carbon emissions
Installation of two additional photovoltaic systems / sustainable use of the roof areas of the entry hall and the wash hall / 564 additional solar panels for on-site consumption / another step toward the 2040 net-zero CO2 target
After the airport had already expanded its PV system capacity by 2,700 modules in early 2024 with the expansion on the parking garage, the installation of panels on the rooftops continued in 2025. Once fully operational, the system is expected to achieve an energy output of 1.13 megawatts peak, marking a significant milestone toward the goal of net-zero CO2 emissions by 2024.
“Utilizing the extensive roof areas is not only a visible flagship project in terms of our sustainability strategy, but also plays a decisive role in reducing energy costs in the long term—an important competitive advantage in times of volatile electricity prices,” said airport CEO Bettina Ganghofer.
Over the past few weeks and months, work has been underway on the roofs and facade of the EES arrival hall (Entry Exit System—biometric immigration control for third-country arrivals) as well as on the roof of the WH1 wash hall. The reason for this was the installation of two additional photovoltaic systems to meet the airport’s own energy needs. A total of 564 PV modules were installed for this purpose, an area equivalent to four tennis courts or 8.5 beach volleyball courts. The two additional PV systems are expected to generate a total output of approximately 245.34 kWp, which would be enough to power about 123 loads of laundry or 204 loads of dishwashing. The estimated output of 215,000 kWh would supply 72 two-person households with electricity.
With the commissioning of the additional photovoltaic systems, another milestone has been reached on the path to net-zero CO2 emissions by 2040. In times of rising energy prices, Salzburg Airport is thus taking an important step toward energy self-sufficiency and is also making a significant contribution to conserving resources.
Key Data for the Two Solar Power SystemsMo:
Total output
| Number of Modules | 564 |
| Space occupied | 1.128m² |
| Total output | 245,34 kWp |
| Estimated poer | 215.000 kWh |
| Cable length | Ca. 4,5 km |
| Working hours | Ca. 960 h |
| Contractor | Fiegl + Spielberger GmbH |
