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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.

43

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Air Transport industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

8

Industry Benchmark

Japan Airlines's score of 43 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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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 reached around 2,243,100,000 kg CO2e. The airline has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This long-term target reflects Japan Airlines's dedication to reducing its carbon footprint and addressing climate change. The company has also been a member of the BA1.5 initiative since March 2021, indicating its commitment to limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. Japan Airlines's emissions data highlights its ongoing efforts to monitor and manage its environmental impact, while its ambitious climate commitments position it as a proactive player in the aviation industry's transition towards sustainability.

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20172018201920202021202220232025
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
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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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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Japan Airlines's primary industry is Air transport services (62), which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Japan Airlines is headquartered in JP, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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