The Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK), headquartered in Hong Kong, is a leading entity in the aviation industry, responsible for the management and operation of Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA). Established in 1995, AAHK has played a pivotal role in transforming HKIA into one of the world's busiest and most efficient airports, serving millions of passengers annually. With a focus on airport management, development, and operations, AAHK is dedicated to enhancing the passenger experience and ensuring safety and security. The authority has achieved significant milestones, including the successful completion of the third runway project, which positions HKIA as a key global aviation hub. AAHK's commitment to innovation and sustainability sets it apart in the industry, making it a benchmark for airport authorities worldwide.
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Airport Authority Hong Kong's score of 7 is higher than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
As of the latest available data, the Airport Authority Hong Kong has reported significant carbon emissions, with a total of approximately 160,580,000 kg CO2e in 2018. This figure includes emissions from various scopes: Scope 1 emissions totalled about 16,000,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions accounted for approximately 151,140,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were around 460,000 kg CO2e. The Authority has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. The emissions data indicates a trend of fluctuating emissions over the years, with a notable decrease from 2014, when total emissions were approximately 187,340,000 kg CO2e, to 2018. Despite the lack of formal reduction targets, the Airport Authority Hong Kong continues to engage in sustainability practices aimed at minimising its environmental impact. The focus on carbon emissions per workload unit suggests an ongoing effort to improve efficiency and reduce overall emissions in relation to revenue generation.
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2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | |
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Scope 1 | 8.32 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0.00 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 169.64 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000.00 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
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Airport Authority Hong Kong is not participating in any 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.