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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.

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

American Airlines's score of 43 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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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% by 2035, relative to a 2019 baseline. This target is validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and includes a commitment to reduce absolute Scope 2 emissions by 40% over the same timeframe. Additionally, American Airlines has pledged to achieve net zero emissions by 2050, encompassing all scopes of emissions. The airline's initiatives reflect a proactive approach to addressing climate change within the aviation sector, focusing on both operational efficiency and sustainable practices. These commitments are crucial as the industry seeks to mitigate its environmental impact and align with global climate goals.

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Scope 1
40,276,453,000
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Scope 2
328,417,000
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Scope 3
24,780,975,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. American 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. American Airlines is headquartered in US, 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.

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.

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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