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DFW Sustainability Overview

Sustainability [suh-stey-nuh-bil-i-tee] (noun)

“Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.”

– United Nations Brundtland Commission 1987

For decades DFW has led the airport industry in integrating sustainable standards into decision-making and daily operations. DFW has identified six sustainability focus areas that will ensure the airport remains resilient and future-proof operations.
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Earth Day 2024

STEAM Activity Lessons

composting process

Composting

Learn about how you can divert food waste from landfills and generate a beneficial soil amendment through composting.
sedimentary rocks

Rocks & Minerals

Learn how sedimentary rocks are formed on or near the Earth’s surface, as well as the geological processes that lead their creation; erosion, weathering, dissolution, precipitation, and lithification.
solar eclipse

Solar Eclipse

Learn how to safely view the total solar eclipse that will cross North America on April 8, 2024, when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, completely blocking the face of the Sun.
Stormwater Pollution

Stormwater Pollution

Learn how human activity impacts our surface water quality through stormwater runoff, and what actions we can all take to help protect our water.
Urban Heat Island Effect

Urban Heat Island Effect

Learn about climate change and the urban heat island effect. Understand how different surfaces retain heat and explore engineering options for mitigating the urban heat island effect.
speaker registration

On-Site School Speaker Registration

Are you interested in learning more about DFW’s environmental programs? Register for a chance to have a representative from DFW Airport’s environmental department visit your classroom!