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Carnival plc Sustainability Profile

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Carnival plc, a leading global cruise company headquartered in the United Kingdom, operates under various brands, 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, with a significant presence in North America, Europe, and Australia. Specialising in providing memorable cruise experiences, Carnival plc offers a diverse range of itineraries and onboard amenities that cater to various customer preferences. Its fleet is renowned for innovative features, including water parks, fine dining, and entertainment options that set it apart from competitors. With a commitment to sustainability and community engagement, Carnival plc has achieved notable milestones, including the introduction of eco-friendly ships. As a market leader, the company continues to shape the future of cruising, ensuring exceptional experiences for millions of passengers worldwide.

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15

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Inland Water 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.

12

Industry Benchmark

Carnival plc's score of 15 is lower than 53% 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 plc's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Carnival plc reported carbon emissions of approximately 9,680,000 kg CO2e, exclusively from Scope 1 sources, which include direct emissions from their operations. This figure reflects a slight increase from 2023, where emissions were about 9,610,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and approximately 8,671,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions from the value chain. Carnival plc has made significant strides in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, achieving an 11% reduction in absolute emissions from ship fuel since their peak year of 2011, despite a capacity growth of nearly 37% during the same period. This reduction applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, with the target year set for 2024. The company has not disclosed any Scope 2 emissions data for 2024, nor have they provided specific Scope 3 emissions figures for that year. However, in 2023, their Scope 3 emissions included various categories such as purchased goods and services (approximately 4,257,000 kg CO2e) and fuel and energy-related activities (about 2,128,000 kg CO2e). Carnival plc's commitment to climate action is evident through their ongoing efforts to reduce emissions while managing growth. Their initiatives align with industry standards for climate accountability, although they have not yet set Science-Based Targets (SBTi) or participated in other climate pledges.

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202220232024
Scope 1
8,539,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
-
-
-
Scope 3
7,562,000
0,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Carnival plc's Industry?

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

How Carbon Intensive is Carnival plc'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 plc is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Carnival plc's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Carnival plc's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 15% last year and increased by approximately 15% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 49% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
49%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
25%
Capital Goods
12%
Employee Commuting
8%
Use of Sold Products
2%
Waste Generated in Operations
2%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
1%
Business Travel
<1%
Investments
<1%

Carnival plc'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 plc 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
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