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Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines, officially known as Alaska Air Group, Inc., is a prominent American airline headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Founded in 1932, the airline has grown to become a key player in the North American aviation industry, primarily serving the West Coast, Alaska, and various destinations across the United States and beyond. Renowned for its exceptional customer service and commitment to sustainability, Alaska Airlines offers a range of services, including passenger flights, cargo transport, and loyalty programmes. The airline's unique approach to enhancing the travel experience has earned it numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a leader in the market. With a focus on innovation and community engagement, Alaska Airlines continues to set benchmarks in the aviation sector.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Alaska 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.

24

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.

11

Industry Benchmark

Alaska Airlines's score of 24 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Alaska Airlines's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Alaska Airlines reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,555,215,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 7,555,215,000 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile combustion. Scope 2 emissions were approximately 10,652,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions included significant contributions from fuel and energy-related activities (about 2,100,523,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (approximately 468,802,000 kg CO2e). Alaska Airlines has committed to climate action by signing the Amazon Climate Pledge in April 2021, demonstrating their dedication to reducing carbon emissions and enhancing sustainability practices. However, specific reduction targets have not been disclosed. The airline's emissions data reflects a growing trend in emissions over the years, indicating the need for continued efforts in carbon management and reduction strategies within the aviation industry.

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Scope 1
4,074.4
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0,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000
Scope 2
13.1
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0,000,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
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Scope 3
3,647.3
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000,000,000
000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Alaska Airlines's primary industry is Air transport services (62), which is very 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. Alaska 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.

Alaska 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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