The City of Dallas just announced that Southwest Airlines is the newest member of its Certified Green Business List. Here’s what that means.
The Office of Environmental Quality and Sustainability put out a press release about the development on Friday.
The City of Dallas Green Business Certification Program recognizes local businesses that prioritize sustainable practices and make conscious decisions to help protect and restore the natural environment.
According to the report, Southwest Airlines was certified Platinum for its headquarters building and Gold for its hangar facilities located by Love Field.
Platinum certification represents the highest recognition of the program and is reserved for those who have centered green actions and local community benefits in their approach to business.
Southwest Airlines committed to several sustainability goals, including establishment of an energy roadmap to reduce Energy Utilization Index (EUI), a metric that measures a building’s total energy consumption relative to its size, at its Dallas headquarters by 50% by 2035.
According to the report, Southwest received perfect scores in the energy category and high marks for the buildings, zero waste, and the leadership and policy categories. Southwest is also setting a goal for net zero carbon emissions by 2050, with an interim goal of 25% by 2030.
The Dallas Green Business Certification Program re-launched in August. All businesses located within Dallas city limits are encouraged to join. The application is free and businesses can apply at any time.
Learn more and find out if your business qualifies by visiting the program website.