Dubai Airports, headquartered in the United Arab Emirates (AE), is a leading entity in the aviation industry, primarily overseeing the operations of Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central (DWC). Founded in 2007, the organisation has achieved significant milestones, including the rapid expansion of DXB, which has consistently ranked among the world's busiest airports. Specialising in airport management and development, Dubai Airports offers unique services that enhance passenger experience and operational efficiency. Its commitment to innovation and sustainability sets it apart in the competitive aviation sector. With a strategic position in the global market, Dubai Airports has garnered numerous accolades, solidifying its reputation as a key player in international air travel.
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Dubai Airports's score of 5 is lower than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2021, Dubai Airports reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 0.00163 kg CO2e per passenger. This data reflects the carbon footprint associated with airport operations, although specific total emissions figures were not disclosed. The emissions data is sourced from the Airport Carbon Accreditation Annual Report 2019-2021. Currently, Dubai Airports has not set specific reduction targets or commitments under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The organisation does not inherit emissions data from a parent company, indicating that its climate commitments and performance are independently reported. As part of the aviation industry's broader climate strategy, Dubai Airports is expected to align with global efforts to reduce carbon emissions, although specific initiatives or targets have not been detailed in the available data.
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Dubai Airports 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.