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Airbus, officially known as Airbus S.A.S., is a leading player in the machinery and equipment sector, specifically within the category of machinery and equipment n.e.c. (29). Headquartered in the Netherlands, the company operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia, solidifying its presence in the global aerospace market. Founded in 1970, Airbus has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of the A380, the world's largest passenger airliner.
The company is renowned for its innovative aircraft, helicopters, and space systems, which are distinguished by their cutting-edge technology and commitment to sustainability. With a strong market position, Airbus consistently ranks among the top manufacturers in the aerospace industry, celebrated for its advancements in fuel efficiency and passenger comfort.
+39 vs industry average
Airbus’s score of 66 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Machinery and Equipment has above-average carbon intensity
The Machinery and Equipment industry has reduced its overall emissions by 37% since 2018
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Airbus, headquartered in the Netherlands and operating in the Machinery and equipment n.e.c. industry, has disclosed its carbon emissions and climate commitments.
In 2025, Airbus reported estimated total emissions of approximately 493.3 billion kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of approximately 480 million kg CO2e, market-based Scope 2 emissions of approximately 135 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products totalling approximately 492.687 billion kg CO2e.
For 2024, the company's estimated total emissions were about 475.313 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 462 million kg CO2e, market-based Scope 2 emissions at roughly 160 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products at around 474.691 billion kg CO2e.
In 2022, Airbus's total emissions were approximately 505.749 billion kg CO2e. This figure comprised Scope 1 emissions of approximately 549 million kg CO2e, market-based Scope 2 emissions of approximately 208 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions including approximately 47 million kg CO2e from business travel, approximately 494.893 billion kg CO2e from the use of sold products, and about 10.325 billion kg CO2e from purchased goods and services.
Airbus has set Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validated goals. The company commits to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 63% by 2030, from a 2015 base year. Additionally, Airbus aims to reduce Scope 3 GHG emissions from the use of sold products by 46% per Revenue Passenger Kilometre (RPK) by 2035, also from a 2015 base year.
The company has also committed to removing 100% of its residual emissions by 2030, which is projected to represent around 400,000 tonnes CO2e in that year. Airbus supports the aviation industry's ambition to achieve a "net-zero carbon aviation ecosystem" in Europe by 2050, and aims to bring the first zero-emission commercial aircraft to the market by 2035. The company signed The Climate Pledge in March 2026.
2030
63% reduction in Scope 2
Airbus commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 63% by 2030 from a 2015 base year* **. Airbus also commits to reduce scope 3 G…
2030
63% reduction in Scope 1
Airbus commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 63% by 2030 from a 2015 base year* **. Airbus also commits to reduce scope 3 G…
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