American Airlines
American Airlines, officially known as American Airlines, Inc., is a leading player in the global aviation industry, headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, US. Founded in 1930, the airline has grown to become one of the largest carriers in the world, serving millions of passengers annually across its extensive network of domestic and international routes. Specialising in passenger and cargo transport, American Airlines offers a range of services, including premium cabin experiences and loyalty programmes that set it apart from competitors. The airline's commitment to innovation and customer service has earned it a prominent market position, with notable achievements such as being a founding member of the Oneworld alliance. With a focus on operational excellence and sustainability, American Airlines continues to shape the future of air travel while maintaining its reputation for reliability and quality service.
DitchCarbon Score
How does American 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
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.
Industry Benchmark
American Airlines's score of 40 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
American Airlines's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, American Airlines reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 37,533,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions at about 126,000,000 kg CO2e. The airline has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions intensity by 45% per revenue ton kilometre by 2035, relative to a 2019 baseline. Additionally, American Airlines targets a 40% reduction in absolute Scope 2 emissions by the same year, both of which are validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The airline has also committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2050 across all scopes. American Airlines' emissions reduction strategy includes a focus on Scope 1 emissions, primarily from jet fuel, which accounted for the majority of their carbon footprint. The company is actively working to mitigate its environmental impact through these targets, which align with global efforts to limit warming to well below 2°C.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 40,276,453,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 328,417,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 24,780,975,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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American 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.
