Austrian Airlines AG, the flagship carrier of Austria, is headquartered in Vienna and operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and North America. Founded in 1957, the airline has established itself as a key player in the aviation industry, known for its commitment to quality service and operational excellence. Austrian Airlines offers a range of services, including passenger and cargo transport, with a focus on connecting Austria to the world. Its unique blend of traditional Austrian hospitality and modern amenities sets it apart from competitors. As a member of the Lufthansa Group and part of the Star Alliance, Austrian Airlines has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its sustainability initiatives and customer service excellence. With a strong market position, it continues to enhance its offerings, ensuring a seamless travel experience for its passengers.
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Austrian Airlines AG's score of 63 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Austrian Airlines AG, headquartered in Austria (AT), currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The airline is a current subsidiary of Deutsche Lufthansa AG, which means its climate commitments and emissions data may be influenced by the parent company's initiatives. As part of its climate strategy, Austrian Airlines AG inherits reduction targets and performance metrics from Deutsche Lufthansa AG. This includes participation in various climate initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), both of which are cascaded from Deutsche Lufthansa AG. However, specific reduction targets or achievements for Austrian Airlines AG have not been disclosed. The airline's commitment to sustainability is reflected in its alignment with industry standards and initiatives aimed at reducing carbon emissions, although detailed figures and specific targets are not currently available. As the aviation industry continues to face pressure to mitigate its environmental impact, Austrian Airlines AG is expected to contribute to broader efforts led by its parent company.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 343,438,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Austrian Airlines AG's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 36% last year and increased by approximately 72% since 2015, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 32% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 46% 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.
Austrian Airlines AG 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.