b'ABOVE AND BEYONDOne of the Most Efficient Airports in the World GBAC Star FacilityRichmond International Airport (RIC) is ranked among the mostIn 2021, RIC was the first airport in Virginia to earn the Global Biorisk efficient airports in the world and earned the title of MostAdvisory Councils GBAC STAR facility accreditation and one of the Efficient Airport in North America (under 3 million passengersfirst 30 in the U.S. to be accredited. Again in 2025, the airport earned for the year examined) by the Air Transport Research Societythe GBAC STAR accreditation, which is an important indicator of a (ATRS) in 2023. ATRS is recognized as one of the most reputablefacilitys thoroughness with cleaning, disinfection, and prevention, aviation research societies in the world. This award is baseddemonstrating a commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy on performance excellence in areas such as operating andenvironment. To achieve accreditation, the airport must comply with management efficiency, airport charge comparisons, and more. 20 core requirements.Moodys Ratings Virginia Green In July, Moodys Ratings upgraded the Capital Region AirportSince 2011, Virginia Green has recognized organizations for their Commission to an A1 Stable outlook, citing strong financialcommitment to sustainability and contributions to green tourism.metrics and growing demand for travel in the RichmondThe Capital Region Airport Commission has been certified as a Virginia metropolitan area. The rating action noted balance sheetGreen Travel Partner since 2015 thanks to efforts including recycling; strength supported by low debt levels and robust liquidity, awater conservation; reduction of energy through use of modern, more diverse air carrier mix, and the economic and political importanceefficient systems (such as lighting); reduced use of paper and plastics; of the service area for supporting air travel. The upgrade joinsand the adoption of alternative fuel vehicles to significantly reduce one issued in 2024 by Fitch Ratings. tailpipe emissions in its parking operations.12'