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Athens International Airport, officially known as Eleftherios Venizelos, is a premier gateway located in Greece, serving as a vital hub for both domestic and international air travel. Established in 2001, the airport has rapidly evolved into a key player in the aviation industry, facilitating millions of passengers annually and connecting Athens to major global destinations. With its headquarters in Greece, Athens International Airport operates primarily in the transportation sector, focusing on passenger and cargo services. The airport is renowned for its state-of-the-art facilities, efficient operations, and commitment to customer satisfaction, distinguishing it from competitors. Notable achievements include consistently high rankings in passenger satisfaction and recognition for its environmental initiatives, solidifying its position as a leading airport in Europe.
How does ATHENS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT'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.
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ATHENS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT's score of 2 is lower than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Athens International Airport (AIA) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 27,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 26,448,370 kg CO2e. Within this, the largest categories included the use of sold products (about 11,769,520 kg CO2e) and downstream leased assets (approximately 13,478,510 kg CO2e). Scope 1 emissions were reported at about 350,600 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 91,430 kg CO2e (market-based). In 2023, AIA's emissions were slightly lower, with Scope 1 emissions at about 345,700 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 93,100 kg CO2e (market-based). Notably, no Scope 3 emissions data was disclosed for that year. AIA has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The airport's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that it operates independently in its reporting and climate commitments. Overall, AIA's emissions profile highlights the significant impact of operational activities, particularly in Scope 3, underscoring the need for targeted strategies to address these emissions in future sustainability efforts.
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ATHENS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT 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.