Airbus
Airbus, officially known as Airbus S.A.S., is a leading player in the aerospace industry, headquartered in the Netherlands (NL). Founded in 1970, the company has established itself as a global leader in the design, manufacturing, and delivery of commercial aircraft, helicopters, and defence systems. With major operational regions across Europe, North America, and Asia, Airbus has consistently pushed the boundaries of innovation. The company’s core products include the A320 family of aircraft, renowned for their fuel efficiency and advanced technology, and the A350 XWB, which features cutting-edge materials and aerodynamics. Airbus has achieved significant milestones, including being the first to deliver a fully composite airliner. With a strong market position, Airbus continues to set industry standards, making it a pivotal force in shaping the future of aviation.
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Airbus's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Airbus reported total carbon emissions of approximately 475,305,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 451,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 163,000,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions reaching about 550,083,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 63% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030, compared to 2015 levels. This target is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflects a commitment to achieving net-zero residual emissions by 2030, which is expected to represent around 400,000 kg CO2e. Airbus is also focused on reducing Scope 3 emissions, specifically targeting a 46% reduction in emissions from the use of sold products per passenger-kilometre by 2035. The company supports the aviation industry's goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability within the aerospace sector. Overall, Airbus's climate strategy is comprehensive, addressing emissions across all scopes while adhering to industry standards and climate terminology. The company's headquarters is located in the Netherlands (NL).
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| 2015 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000,000 |
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Airbus 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.
