GreenDevelopment Path and Comparative Analysis of Xuzhou Guanyin Airport under the Background of "Dual Carbon"

Abstract

Under the "dual carbon" strategy, the green transformation of the aviation industry has become a critical area for China to achieve its carbon peak and carbon neutrality goals. This study focuses on Xuzhou Guanyin Airport, exploring and practicing the green development path of small and medium-sized airports. By comparing benchmark cases both domestically and internationally (such as Chengdu Tianfu International Airport), it reveals the core bottlenecks and potential opportunities in their low-carbon transition. The research finds that Guanyin Airport faces challenges such as a single energy structure, insufficient smart technology levels, and the lack of regional coordination mechanisms. However, leveraging Xuzhou's foundation in new energy industries and policy support, breakthroughs can be achieved through a development framework integrating "goals, technology, management, and collaboration." The study proposes specific implementation paths: advancing "photovoltaic-storage-charging" microgrids and hydrogen applications on the energy side; accelerating the electrification of ground vehicles and full coverage of APU replacement equipment on the facility side; establishing a digital carbon monitoring platform and standardized accounting system on the management side; and exploring green aviation corridors and carbon trading mechanisms in the Huaihai Economic Zone on the collaboration side. Policy recommendations emphasize the organic linkage of top-level design, technological innovation, and cross-regional governance. On the technical level, it highlights the integration of photovoltaic buildings and the application of digital twin technology. On the management level, it advocates for equal emphasis on institutional assessment and talent cultivation. The study concludes that through phased implementation of clean energy substitution, smart upgrades, and regional coordination, Guanyin Airport is expected to achieve operational carbon peak by 2030, with a reduction of 40% in per-passenger carbon emission intensity compared to 2020, providing a replicable transformation model for similar airports.