Web page Eco index
Classification
Airbus adopts an ecodesign approach, integrated into the digital product life cycle, involving all stakeholders (architects, developers, UX/UI designers, product managers, etc.).
This strategy aims to reduce environmental impacts while enhancing the performance, resilience, and accessibility of digital services.
It is based on an internal referential of 38 recommendations, tailored to different roles and designed to evolve over time.
VERY GOOD
The page is highly eco-designed: lightweight, few requests, simple DOM. Very low environmental impact.
GOOD
The page is well optimized with a good balance between performance and content. Some improvements possible. Low impact.
AVERAGE
Decent page but could be optimized. Weight, number of requests or DOM complexity can be improved. Moderate impact.
POOR
Heavy or poorly structured page. Elements harm performance (e.g. unoptimized images, too many scripts). High impact.
BAD
High environmental impact. The design needs major improvements. Too many requests, high weight, overloaded DOM.
VERY BAD
Very energy-consuming page. Likely poor user experience and performance. Urgent optimization needed.
CRITICAL
Maximum environmental impact. The page is extremely heavy and inefficient. Requires complete redesign.
Web page Scoring criteria
The scoring criteria combine technical measurements with ecodesign best practices:
- Performance & Digital Sobriety: lightweight DOM, minimal HTTP requests, reduced page weight
- Resource Efficiency: limited data/features, controlled data flow, reduced energy consumption of devices
- Durability: modularity, reusability, low technical debt
- Accessibility: multi-device support, inclusive for diverse user profiles
- Engagement: use of the Airbus referential and maturity evaluation through a dedicated questionnaire
greenhouse gas emissions
Energy consumption
Airbus Helicopters digital Eco Index values
To support teams in the continuous improvement of their digital services, Airbus relies on a set of key indicators derived from the Ecoindex and adapted to internal sustainability standards.
These reference values help set clear and measurable goals for digital projects.
| Criterion | Airbus Objective |
|---|---|
| Target Ecoindex score | A to C (above the median) |
| DOM size | Minimized to reduce device load |
| HTTP requests | Reduced and optimized in number |
| Page weight | Under 1 MB if possible |
| Reusability | Code and services designed for reuse |
| Accessibility | Multi-device, diverse user profiles |
| CI/CD integration | Embedded in the development lifecycle |
| Assessment | Score based on 32 questions + tailored recommendations |