South Korea
WORKING TOWARDS SUSTAINABLE AVIATION
Air Liquide, Airbus, Korean Air and Incheon International Airport Corporation have signed an agreement with two objectives. The first is to develop the use of hydrogen at Incheon Airport and the surrounding area, to work towards an ecosystem that connects other airports in South Korea. The second is to define and build the liquid hydrogen infrastructure needed for the arrival of the first hydrogen‑powered aircraft. This partnership is testimony to the shared ambition to mold a new and innovative aviation sector, in line with the South Korean government’s aim to reach carbon neutrality by 2050.
Worldwide
THE GROUP’S FIRST SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT REPORT
In April, Air Liquide published its first report entirely dedicated to its sustainable development ambitions. It showcases its achievements in contributing to a low‑carbon society, improving the quality of life in healthcare and engaging with employees, customers, suppliers and Shareholders to nurture a safe, inclusive and collaborative environment. It also reports the Group’s extra‑financial performance.
The Group is continuing to enhance its transparency to the market on the progress achieved toward our stated sustainability ambitions. We know where we are today and where we want to go, and this clear understanding distinguishes Air Liquide as a leader in sustainability.
United States
THE WORLD’S LARGEST BIOMETHANE PRODUCTION PLANT
With a wealth of expertise across the biomethane value chain, Air Liquide is building its biggest production plant in the world in Rockford, Illinois. Scheduled to be operational by 2023, the plant will produce up to 380 GWh of biomethane per year. The Group recently opened another production plant in Delavan, Wisconsin, which is powered by the waste from a landfill site. These two new plants are helping to establish Air Liquide as a key player in US biomethane production, enabling the Group to support its customers in transportation and industrial sectors with a global production capacity reaching 1.8 TWh per year.