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.
How does Carnival'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 Transport Services 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.
Carnival's score of 29 is higher than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2022, Carnival Corporation reported approximately 8,582,000,000 kg CO2e in total emissions, comprising about 8,539,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and approximately 45,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, indicating a lack of formalised strategies such as Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) targets or documented reduction initiatives. Historically, Carnival's emissions have shown fluctuations, with a notable increase in 2023, where emissions data remains undisclosed. The company has reported emissions intensity metrics, such as GHG emissions intensity per Available Lower Berth Day (ALBD), but lacks comprehensive data on absolute emissions for recent years. Carnival's commitment to addressing climate change is evident, yet the absence of specific reduction targets or detailed climate pledges suggests a need for enhanced transparency and accountability in its sustainability efforts. The company operates within the global cruise industry, which faces increasing scrutiny regarding its environmental impact, particularly in relation to carbon emissions.
Access structured emissions data, company-specific emission factors, and source documents
Add to project2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Scope 1 | 10,647,189,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 48,153,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | - |
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.
Carnival is committed to some 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.