Iag
International Airlines Group (IAG), headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading global airline holding company formed in 2011 through the merger of British Airways and Iberia. With a strong presence in Europe and significant operations across North America, South America, and Asia, IAG has established itself as a key player in the aviation industry. The group encompasses several well-known airlines, including British Airways, Iberia, Aer Lingus, and Vueling, each offering unique services tailored to diverse customer needs. IAG is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, positioning itself at the forefront of the industry. Notable achievements include a robust recovery strategy post-pandemic and a focus on expanding its low-cost carrier segment, ensuring a competitive edge in the ever-evolving travel market.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Iag's score of 20 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Iag's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, International Consolidated Airlines Group (IAG) reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 25,670,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 9,729,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching around 6,530,000,000 kg CO2e. This data highlights the company's ongoing impact on climate change. IAG has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This long-term commitment reflects IAG's dedication to reducing its carbon footprint and addressing climate change effectively. The company has set a baseline year of 2023 for its emissions reduction efforts, aiming to implement strategies that will significantly lower its overall emissions. In previous years, IAG's emissions have varied, with notable figures from 2018 showing Scope 1 emissions at approximately 29,990,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 40,700,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions at around 8,790,000,000 kg CO2e. These figures underscore the scale of IAG's operations and the importance of its climate commitments. Overall, IAG's proactive approach to carbon emissions reduction and its long-term net-zero target position it as a responsible leader in the airline industry, committed to sustainable practices and environmental stewardship.
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Get Started| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 29,990,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 40,700,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 8,790,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Iag 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.
