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.
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ALASKA AIRLINES's score of 21 is lower than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Alaska Airlines reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7.5 billion kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 7.5 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 10.7 million kg CO2e (market-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions, which include 105.0 million kg CO2e from capital goods, 468.8 million kg CO2e from purchased goods and services, and 2.1 billion kg CO2e from fuel and energy-related activities. Alaska Airlines has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The airline's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that the reported figures are solely from Alaska Airlines itself. The airline's commitment to addressing climate change is evident in its emissions reporting, although further details on reduction strategies or long-term climate commitments are not available.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 7,932,598,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 24,523,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 |
Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 26% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 79% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
ALASKA AIRLINES has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

