Improving air quality at SchipholSchiphol and ultrafine particles

Schiphol is working on reducing exposure to aircraft and diesel engine emissions (VDME) and thereby to ultrafine particles (UFP). These emissions are produced by diesel vehicles and when aircraft start their engines, for example. Especially if you work on Airside on the apron, it’s likely that you inhale these emissions. Studies have shown that this can potentially have a negative impact on health.

You might have already heard or read about this, and we understand that you have questions. That’s why we have complied a list of the most frequently asked questions and the answers to them. We’ve also made an overview of all the measures that have been taken to reduce exposure to VDME at Schiphol.

One component of emissions from aircraft and diesel-powered machines or vehicles is ultrafine particulate matter (UFP). A lot of research on ultrafine particles is still ongoing. We have put everything we know so far into a summary for you.

Frequently Asked Questions

We understand that you have questions about ultrafine particles and aircraft and diesel engine emissions. We have compiled a list of the most frequently asked questions.

All Frequently asked questions

Measures

Schiphol takes measures to reduce exposure to VDME and ultrafine particles. This is done by reducing emissions by using less diesel and kerosene, and increasing the distance between employees and the source.

Measures Schiphol takes

What we know

Schiphol wants to gain more knowledge about VDME and ultrafine particles, which is why we continue to conduct research. What studies have we carried out? What are the results?

What we know about ultrafine particles

News

The latest developments surrounding the improvement of air quality at Schiphol and the reduction of VDME and ultrafine particles.

News