British Airways, officially known as British Airways plc, is a leading airline headquartered in the United Kingdom (GB). Established in 1974, it has grown to become one of the largest carriers in the world, operating a vast network across Europe, North America, Asia, and beyond. The airline is renowned for its premium services, including first-class and business-class offerings, which set it apart in the competitive aviation industry. With a focus on customer experience, British Airways provides a range of services, from short-haul flights to long-haul international travel, complemented by its loyalty programme, Avios. The airline has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a market leader in both passenger and cargo transport. British Airways continues to innovate and adapt, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of travellers globally.
How does British Airways'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.
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.
British Airways's score of 11 is lower than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
British Airways, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not provide specific emissions data for the most recent year, nor does it have documented reduction targets or climate pledges. As a result, there are no available figures regarding their carbon emissions in kg CO2e, nor any details on Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions. The airline industry is under increasing pressure to address climate change, and while British Airways has not disclosed specific initiatives or targets, it is expected to align with industry standards and commitments. The absence of data may indicate a need for enhanced transparency and accountability in their climate strategy. In summary, British Airways has not reported its carbon emissions or set reduction targets, highlighting a potential area for improvement in their environmental commitments.
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.
British Airways 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.
