Aena S.A., commonly referred to as Aena, is a leading player in the global airport management industry, headquartered in Madrid, Spain. Established in 1991, Aena operates a vast network of airports across Spain and internationally, managing over 46 airports and two heliports, making it one of the largest airport operators in the world. The company is renowned for its commitment to safety, efficiency, and sustainability in air transport. Aena's core services include airport management, air traffic control, and the development of airport infrastructure, distinguished by its innovative approach to enhancing passenger experience and operational excellence. With a strong market position, Aena has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its environmental initiatives and customer service excellence, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the aviation sector.
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Aena's score of 55 is higher than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Aena S.M.E., S.A. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,377,281,520 kg CO2e globally, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 4,330,719,690 kg CO2e. Specifically, in Spain, Aena's emissions were approximately 12,668,160 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 27,717,610 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2030 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, Aena has committed to reducing its Scope 3 emissions by 34.7% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Long-term targets include a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2050, alongside a similar 90% reduction for Scope 3 emissions. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Aena's commitment to sustainable practices within the air transportation sector. The company is also focused on ensuring that 67% of its customers, based on emissions from the use of sold products, will have science-based targets by 2028. Aena's climate strategy is part of a broader commitment to achieving net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050, demonstrating a proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.
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2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - |
Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Aena is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.