Carnival
Carnival Corporation & plc, commonly known as Carnival, is a leading global cruise company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1972, Carnival has grown to become a prominent player in the cruise industry, operating a diverse fleet of ships across various brands, including Carnival Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, and Holland America Line. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Australia, Carnival offers unique cruise experiences that cater to a wide range of travellers. The company is renowned for its innovative onboard amenities and entertainment options, setting it apart in a competitive market. Carnival has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of the world's largest cruise ship, and continues to hold a leading market position, serving millions of guests annually. Its commitment to sustainability and customer satisfaction further solidifies its reputation as a premier choice for cruise vacations.
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Carnival's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Carnival Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 18,385,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 9,680,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 49,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and 8,671,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 17,210,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 9,610,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at 7,562,000,000 kg CO2e. Carnival has set ambitious climate commitments, aspiring to achieve net carbon-neutral ship operations by 2050. They aim to align with the International Maritime Organization's goal of reducing carbon emission intensity by 40% by 2030, relative to a 2008 baseline. Additionally, they have a near-term target to reduce the intensity of CO2e emissions from operations by 20% by 2026, based on a 2019 baseline. The company has previously committed to a 25% reduction in CO2e emissions intensity by 2020, relative to a 2005 baseline, which they have reported as achieved. Carnival's long-term vision includes a carbon-free shipping industry by the end of the century, reflecting their commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 10,255,943,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 61,874,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 10,317,817,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Carnival 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.
