Japan Airlines
Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. (JAL) is a prominent player in the aviation industry, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan (JP). Founded in 1951, JAL has established itself as a leading airline, offering extensive domestic and international flight services across Asia, Europe, and North America. The airline is renowned for its commitment to quality and customer service, providing a range of core products including passenger and cargo transport, as well as travel-related services. JAL's unique blend of traditional Japanese hospitality and modern amenities sets it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, Japan Airlines has received numerous accolades for its operational excellence and safety standards, solidifying its reputation as a trusted airline choice for travellers worldwide.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Japan Airlines's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Japan Airlines's score of 26 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Japan Airlines's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Japan Airlines reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11,398,100,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes emissions from all three scopes: Scope 1 emissions were about 9,102,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 1,785,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions accounted for around 2,243,100,000 kg CO2e. The airline has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, with a long-term target set in 2023. Japan Airlines has demonstrated a proactive approach to sustainability, aligning its climate commitments with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The airline's emissions reduction strategy includes a focus on improving operational efficiency and reducing emissions intensity. In 2025, Japan Airlines aims for a target intensity of approximately 818.7 kg CO2e per revenue tonne-kilometre (RTK). Overall, Japan Airlines is actively working towards significant emissions reductions while adhering to industry standards for climate action, reflecting its commitment to environmental sustainability in the aviation sector.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,083,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 54,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | 460,200,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Japan Airlines is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
