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Carnival Corporation Sustainability Profile

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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 market leader. Its unique blend of affordability and luxury sets it apart in the competitive cruise market, making it a preferred choice for holidaymakers worldwide.

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26

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Maritime 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.

8

Industry Benchmark

Carnival Corporation's score of 26 is higher than 62% 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

Inherited from Carnival Corporation & plc

Carnival Corporation, headquartered in the US, currently does not provide specific carbon emissions data for the latest reporting year. As a current subsidiary of Carnival Corporation & plc, any emissions data would be inherited from the parent company. However, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges available at this time. Carnival Corporation & plc has been involved in various climate initiatives, but specific details regarding their emissions, including Scope 1, 2, or 3, are not disclosed. The absence of concrete emissions data and reduction commitments highlights a gap in transparency regarding their environmental impact. As the cruise industry faces increasing scrutiny over its carbon footprint, Carnival Corporation's lack of specific emissions data and reduction targets may affect its reputation and stakeholder trust. The company will need to enhance its climate commitments and reporting to align with industry standards and expectations.

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Scope 2
61,874,000
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Scope 3
10,317,817,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Carnival Corporation's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Carnival Corporation's primary industry is Sea and coastal water transportation services, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Carnival Corporation's Location?

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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.

Carnival Corporation's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Carnival Corporation's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 15% last year and decreased by approximately 16% since 2008, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 47% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 49% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
49%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
25%
Capital Goods
12%
Employee Commuting
8%
Waste Generated in Operations
2%
Use of Sold Products
2%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
1%

Carnival Corporation's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Carnival Corporation 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.

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

Compare Carnival Corporation's Emissions with Industry Peers

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GB
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Inland water transportation services
Updated 9 days ago

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US
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Sea and coastal water transportation services
Updated 1 day ago

Expedia

US
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Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agency services (63)
Updated 3 days ago

Royal Caribbean

US
•
Sea and coastal water transportation services
Updated 13 days ago

Hogg Robinson Group Limited

GB
•
Other land transportation services
Updated 10 days ago

MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company S.A.

CH
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Inland water transportation services
Updated 14 days ago

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