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Budapest Airport

Budapest Airport, officially known as Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD), serves as Hungary's primary international gateway. Located in the capital city of Budapest, the airport plays a crucial role in connecting Central and Eastern Europe to global destinations. Established in 1950, it has undergone significant expansions and modernisations, enhancing its capacity and services over the decades. As a key player in the aviation industry, Budapest Airport offers a range of services, including passenger and cargo transport, as well as retail and hospitality options. Its strategic location and state-of-the-art facilities position it as a leading hub in the region, catering to millions of travellers each year. Notably, Budapest Airport has received accolades for its customer service and operational efficiency, solidifying its reputation as a premier airport in Europe.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Budapest 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.

13

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

Budapest Airport's score of 13 is higher than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Budapest Airport's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Budapest Airport reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,270,043,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 8,845,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 6,525,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 1,260,043,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which primarily encompass fuel and energy-related activities. Over the years, Budapest Airport has shown fluctuations in its emissions. For instance, in 2022, the airport's total emissions were about 1,086,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 11,440,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 6,868,000 kg CO2e. The airport's emissions peaked in 2021 at approximately 1,188,000,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges documented for Budapest Airport. The absence of formal commitments highlights a potential area for improvement in their sustainability strategy. As the aviation industry increasingly focuses on reducing its carbon footprint, Budapest Airport may benefit from establishing clear climate commitments to align with global sustainability goals.

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116,780
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Budapest Airport'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. Budapest Airport is headquartered in HU, 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.

Budapest Airport is not committed to any 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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