Groningen Airport Eelde is a regional airport in the Netherlands and serves as an important testing and demonstration ground for the sustainable aviation industry. As a testing ground, it offers a unique environment for the development and validation of innovative aviation solutions. The airport actively seeks partnerships and initiatives that can contribute to the advancement of sustainable aviation practices. It focuses on various application areas, including unmanned aviation, green energy production and storage, zero-emission ground operation (such as our hydrogen ground power unit), refueling infrastructure for electric and hydrogen-powered aircrafts and sustainable aviation fuels. It has a special focus on hydrogen application in aviation; as Hydrogen Valley Airport, it aims to develop hydrogen ecosystem including green hydrogen production, distribution, and usage. The starting point is the existing 22 MW solar farm, the largest airside solar park at an operational commercial airport, and its location in the heart of Europe's first official Hydrogen Valley.
By collaborating with various stakeholders, Groningen Airport Eelde aims to foster knowledge exchange, share best practices, and accelerate the development of sustainable aviation technologies. The airport serves as a vital link in the value chain, facilitating the testing and implementation of emerging technologies and solutions that can shape the future of aviation.