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Carnival Corporation

Carnival Corporation, a leading global cruise company, is headquartered in the United States and operates a diverse portfolio of cruise lines, including Carnival Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, and Holland America Line. Founded in 1972, the company has grown to become a dominant player in the cruise industry, serving millions of guests annually across various regions, including North America, Europe, and Australia. Carnival Corporation is renowned for its innovative cruise experiences, offering a wide range of itineraries, onboard amenities, and entertainment options that cater to families, couples, and solo travellers alike. With a commitment to sustainability and customer satisfaction, the company has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a leader in the maritime tourism sector. Its focus on unique experiences and exceptional service continues to set it apart in a competitive market.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Carnival Corporation'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.

26

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Carnival Corporation's score of 26 is higher than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Carnival Corporation's reported carbon emissions

In 2019, Carnival Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,385,721,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1 emissions, which totalled about 10,319,475,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing its carbon footprint, nor has it committed to any science-based targets for emissions reduction. The emissions data from previous years indicates a trend of high emissions, with 2018 at approximately 10,617,436,000 kg CO2e and 2017 at about 10,877,399,000 kg CO2e. The company has not provided detailed information on Scope 2 or Scope 3 emissions, nor has it outlined any specific climate pledges or commitments to reduce its environmental impact. Carnival Corporation's sustainability reports highlight its operational emissions per ALB-km, which have shown slight variations over the years, indicating a need for more robust climate action strategies. Overall, while Carnival Corporation operates within the cruise industry, which is under increasing scrutiny for its environmental impact, it currently lacks defined reduction targets or commitments to mitigate its carbon emissions effectively.

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Scope 1
10,819,814,000
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Scope 2
57,585,000
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Scope 3
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Carnival Corporation's primary industry is Other services (93), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. This request for Carnival Corporation is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Carnival Corporation 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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