Air China
Air China Limited, commonly known as Air China, is a leading airline headquartered in Beijing, China (CN). Founded in 1988, it has grown to become one of the largest carriers in Asia, operating an extensive network that spans both domestic and international routes. The airline primarily focuses on passenger and cargo transportation, offering a range of services that include scheduled flights, charter services, and freight solutions. With a modern fleet and a commitment to safety and customer service, Air China stands out in the competitive aviation industry. The airline is a member of the Star Alliance, enhancing its global reach and connectivity. Notable achievements include being recognised for its operational excellence and maintaining a strong market position as a preferred choice for travellers seeking reliable air travel options.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Air China'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
Air China's score of 10 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Air China's reported carbon emissions
As of 2022, Air China reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,053,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 9,823,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 229,000,000 kg CO2e. The airline has disclosed emissions data for Scope 1 and 2, but there is no information available regarding Scope 3 emissions for the latest year. In 2021, Air China's total emissions were about 23,248,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions contributing approximately 15,218,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 224,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at about 15,442,000 kg CO2e. The airline's emissions intensity for 2022 was reported at 1.1265 kg CO2e per tonne-km. Despite the significant emissions figures, Air China has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor have they aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The absence of defined climate pledges indicates a need for further transparency and commitment to climate action within the aviation sector.
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Get Started| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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| Scope 1 | 15,044,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 190,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | - |
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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.
Air China is not committed to any 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.
