China Southern Airlines, officially known as China Southern Airlines Company Limited, is one of the largest and most prominent carriers in China. Headquartered in Guangzhou, with extensive operations across Asia, Australia, and beyond, the airline plays a vital role in the country's air transport services industry. Founded in 1988, China Southern has grown significantly, establishing itself as a key player in both domestic and international markets.
Specialising in passenger and cargo transportation, the airline offers a comprehensive range of services that emphasise safety, reliability, and extensive route networks. Its modern fleet and strategic alliances have helped it maintain a strong market position, making China Southern Airlines a notable leader in the global aviation industry.
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China Southern Airlines’s score of 16 is lower than 38% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Air Transport is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Air Transport industry has reduced its overall emissions by 30% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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China Southern Airlines's reported carbon emissions
China Southern Airlines, headquartered in CN and operating in the air transport services sector, reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions. In 2024, the airline's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 29,037,100,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 233,400,000 kg CO2e. For 2023, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 25,696,200,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 203,200,000 kg CO2e.
The company is actively pursuing climate mitigation strategies. China Southern has conducted studies on whole-industry chain carbon reduction to achieve carbon peak and neutrality goals by 2050. In the near term, it aims for 100% electrification of newly introduced airport vehicles and equipment by 2025, and comprehensive electrification of vehicles by 2035.
In 2023, China Southern reported a 7.68% decrease in fuel consumption per ton-kilometre compared to 2019, an achievement that contributed to an annual fuel saving of 175,100 tonnes, resulting in an estimated reduction of 551,600 tonnes of carbon emissions. This reduction ranked the airline among the top performers in the civil aviation industry for fuel efficiency.
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China Southern Airlines’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
6 goals2050
China Southern conducted whole-industry chain carbon reducti…
China Southern conducted whole-industry chain carbon reduction response scenario mapping studies to achieve carbon peak and neutrality goals…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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