Airports Going Green®

November 13-15, 2024 | Chicago, IL

About the Conference

Airports Going Green® (AGG) is the aviation industry’s leading forum on sustainability led by the Chicago Department of Aviation and co-hosted by AAAE. Since its beginning, AGG has enjoyed international recognition from airports, airlines, industry associations, and government agencies. Conference attendees participate in key discussions with airport business partners, government leaders, and top-level speakers from around the world.

Who Should Attend?

Airport Executives, Board Members, and Commissioners
Airport Sustainability, Customer Service, Innovation, and Environmental experts
Airport Construction Professionals
Airport Concessionaires and Supply Chain Services (e.g. rental cars, facility management, cargo, etc.)
Airline Executives and Board Members
Airline Sustainability, Customer Service, Innovation, and Environmental experts
Aviation Industry executives
Government officials responsible for Sustainability, Environment, Transportation, and similar
Aviation Equipment Manufacturers
Academia in Aviation and/or Sustainability, Customer Service, Innovation, and Environmental fields
Media Professionals in the areas of Aviation, Sustainability, Customer Service, Innovation, and Environmental Issues

2024 Airports Going Green Conference Airport Electrification Policy Workshop

The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) invites Conference Attendees to participate in a pre-conference workshop to discuss the development and implementation of an Airport Electrification Policy. The Workshop will be held on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, from 3–5 p.m. (CST). There is no extra cost to attend this Workshop, but due to limited space, advance registration is required.

Because the CDA values feedback from global airport partners and stakeholders in advancing airport sustainability, the purpose of this workshop is to discuss the CDA’s draft Electrification Policy and to receive industry feedback regarding successes, challenges, and lessons-learned. The draft Policy will be shared in advance with registered attendees of the workshop.

Date: Tuesday, November 12, 2024

Time: 3–5 p.m. (CST)

Location: Swissotel Chicago (Geneva Room)

Cost: Free, but Advance Registration is required. *Please note, you must be registered for the Airports Going Green® Conference to attend this workshop.*

2024 REGISTRATION FEES

	On/Before September 27, 2024	After September 27, 2024
AAAE Members	$825	$875
Non-Members	$950	$999
U.S. Federal Government Employee*	$525	$575
One-Day Pass Only (Wed/Thur)	$525	$575

**Must be a current U.S. Federal Government employee. Rate does not apply to state or city government employees.

AAAE accepts registration regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, sex, physical disability and national or ethnic origin. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment and educational services. If you require any special assistance to participate or have special dietary requirements, email aaaemeetings@aaae.org.

Cancellation Policy:

Registrations and cancellations must be submitted in writing. Cancellation requests received before Friday, October 25, 2024, are subject to a $125 processing fee and will be processed after the meeting takes place. There will be no refunds after this date. Substitutions will be accepted without penalties and no-shows will be billed. For all inquiries regarding cancellations and refunds, please contact the AAAE Meetings Department at 703.824.0504 or email aaaemeetings@aaae.org. By submitting a completed registration form, you acknowledge that you have read and understand the cancellation policy.

NOTE: AAAE reserves the right to postpone or cancel an event if the number of registrants is insufficient; due to acts of God; or any other reason beyond AAAE’s control. In this event, we will notify all registrants and credit the full registration fee towards another AAAE meeting, product or service. However, any costs incurred by the registrant, such as hotel cancellation or airline penalties, are the responsibility of the registrant. Confirmation letters will be emailed to attendees within two weeks of receipt of registration. However, if you have not received a confirmation email two business days prior to the meeting, and you enrolled at least two weeks prior to the meeting, please contact the AAAE Meetings Department at 703.824.0504 or AAAEmeetings@aaae.org. Please note failure to receive a confirmation letter before an event will not be grounds for a refund.

Media Access Policy

AAAE reserves the right to grant at its sole discretion access to TV, radio and print media organizations or individuals that have registered and received prior authorization from AAAE at least 72 hours prior to an AAAE event they wish to cover. Due to the sensitive nature of some discussions, not all sessions at some AAAE events will be open to media. AAAE retains the sole right to grant or refuse media access for any event or section of an event it operates.

Hotel Accommodations

All conference programming, unless otherwise noted, will be held at the Swissotel Chicago, located at 323 E. Wacker Dr. Chicago, IL, 60601.

For your convenience, a block of rooms has been made available and all attendees will receive a rate of $269 per night (single/double). The last day to receive this discounted rate is Monday, October 21, 2024. Rooms may sell out before this date, so be sure to make your reservation today!

To book your room, please use the online reservation link or call the hotel directly at 888.737.9477 and ask for the AAAE Airports Going Green group rate. Cancellation of guaranteed reservations must be received 72 hours prior to arrival in order to avoid charges.

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Swissotel Sustainability & Community Standards

The Swissotel is proud to take the following steps to minimize their environmental impact:

Energy Consumption: approximately 80% of lighting is from energy efficient products such as LEDs
Water Consumption: one of the first hotels in Chicago to install low-flow toilets in every guest room; 1.6GPF toilets (50% reduction compared to standard 3.5GPF toilets)
And so much more! Download their flyer to learn more.

Swissotel Sustainability Initiatives

Transportation

Ground Transportation

ARRIVING BY AIR: The Swissotel is located about 18 miles from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, approximately 30-50 minutes via taxi/cab or rideshare, depending on traffic; and about 13 miles from Chicago Midway International Airport, or approximately 20-40 minutes via taxi/cab or rideshare, depending on traffic. Public transit from both airports is also available. Please see both airport websites for further information.
DRIVING/PARKING: 24-hour valet parking is $84/day. 24-hour self parking is $65/day.

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Air Travel

United Airlines and Delta Air Lines have been selected as the official air carriers for this meeting.

United Airlines has been selected as one of the official air carriers for this meeting. You may book online via www.united.com and enter the Offer Code ZNSQ375349 in the Offer Code box or call United Reservations Meetings Desk at 800.426.1122 and provide the Z Code ZNSQ and Agreement Code 375349. For all tickets issued through United Meetings Reservations Desk, there will be a $25 per ticket service fee collected. This fee is subject to change without notice. Such service fee is nonrefundable and applies to all itineraries, one-way or round-trip. Black-out dates apply.

Local Information

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This year's awards will be given in the following categories:

Outstanding Individual Leadership: To recognize an airport’s individual “sustainability champion”
Outstanding Airport Leadership: To recognize an airport or airport system’s governing body
Outstanding Tenant, Concession, or Vendor Program: To recognize any type of sustainability project or program undertaken at an airport by a tenant, concessionaire, or vendor
Outstanding Sustainability Infrastructure Development: To recognize an airport’s sustainable design and/or construction project
Outstanding Sustainability Program: To recognize an airport’s sustainable program, project, or initiative, not related to a design or construction project
Outstanding Airline Project or Program: To recognize any type of airline sustainability project or program

Nominations for this year's awards have closed. Winners will be announced on LinkedIn and recognized during the AGG Awards Luncheon on Thursday, November 14.

Sponsorship

Sponsorship provides companies and organizations dedicated to sustainable and responsible practices with a unique opportunity to demonstrate their commitment to sustainability and the aviation industry.

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Tabletop Exhibits

Exhibitors have a prime opportunity to build strong relationships with sustainability experts in the industry while they showcase their products and services.

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