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
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Japan Airlines's score of 24 is lower than 100% 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 Scope 1 emissions of about 9,102,000,000 kg CO2e, primarily from direct fuel combustion, and Scope 2 emissions of around 1,785,000,000 kg CO2e, related to purchased electricity. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions totalled approximately 2,243,100,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from fuel and energy-related activities. Japan Airlines has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, as part of its long-term climate strategy. This commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) framework, which the airline joined in 2021. The airline's efforts reflect a growing trend in the aviation industry to address climate change through ambitious reduction targets and sustainable practices. In previous years, Japan Airlines has made strides in reducing its emissions, with a notable decrease in total emissions from 10,583,000,000 kg CO2e in 2019 to 11,398,100,000 kg CO2e in 2023, indicating a focus on sustainability despite the challenges posed by the pandemic and rising operational demands. The airline continues to explore innovative solutions to further reduce its carbon footprint and enhance its environmental performance.
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Add to project| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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.
