Airports and concessionaires alike are contributing to the green movement. Airports are building to Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design standards and using solar panels and bio fuels to harness energy. One concessionaire has used reclaimed wood from a bowling alley to create a bar facing. When it comes to industry’s political issues, many airports are joining forces to make themselves heard. Twelve airports are participating in an Federal Aviation Administration pilot program to prepare sustainable master or management plans. Terminal 3 at McCarran International will feature new concessions, technological advancements and improved security checkpoints.
