Deutsche Lufthansa
Deutsche Lufthansa AG, commonly known as Lufthansa, is a leading global airline headquartered in Cologne, Germany. Established in 1926, Lufthansa has grown to become a key player in the aviation industry, operating a vast network across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. The airline is renowned for its premium services, including passenger and cargo transport, as well as maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services. Lufthansa's commitment to quality and innovation has earned it numerous accolades, solidifying its position as one of the world's largest and most respected airlines. With a focus on sustainability and customer satisfaction, Lufthansa continues to set industry standards, offering a unique blend of comfort and efficiency that distinguishes it from competitors.
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Deutsche Lufthansa's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Deutsche Lufthansa reported total carbon emissions of approximately 42,942,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 29,159,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 124,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 13,734,000,000 kg CO2e. This represents a significant increase from 2023, when total emissions were about 36,976,000,000 kg CO2e. Lufthansa has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to halve its net carbon emissions from flight operations by 2030 compared to 2019 levels. This target encompasses all scopes of emissions, with a specific focus on achieving a 50% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030. Additionally, the company aims for carbon neutrality by 2050. The Lufthansa Group has also committed to reducing its well-to-wake greenhouse gas emissions related to jet fuel by 30.6% per revenue tonne kilometre by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This commitment aligns with industry standards for climate action and reflects a proactive approach to mitigating climate change impacts. Overall, Lufthansa's initiatives demonstrate a strong commitment to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint in the aviation sector.
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| 2007 | 2016 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 21,818,126,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 100,834,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 21,906,223,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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