Edinburgh Airport Sustainability Profile
Edinburgh Airport, officially known as Edinburgh Airport Limited, is a prominent international gateway located in Edinburgh, Scotland. Established in 1977, it has grown to become the busiest airport in Scotland, serving millions of passengers annually and connecting them to a wide range of global destinations. As a key player in the aviation industry, Edinburgh Airport focuses on passenger and cargo services, offering a unique blend of efficiency and customer-centric amenities. Its strategic location in the UK makes it a vital hub for both domestic and international travel. Notable achievements include its recognition for excellence in customer service and significant investments in infrastructure, enhancing the travel experience. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Edinburgh Airport continues to solidify its position as a leader in the aviation sector.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Edinburgh Airport's score of 36 is higher than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Edinburgh Airport's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Edinburgh Airport reported total carbon emissions of approximately 34,300,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 1,400,000,000 kg CO2e from mobile combustion. This marks a significant increase from 2022, where total emissions were about 29,600,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions also at approximately 1,100,000,000 kg CO2e. The airport has committed to achieving net-zero emissions for Scope 1 and 2 by 2030, having been carbon neutral since 2021. This achievement was reached through a combination of emissions reductions and the purchase of nature-based, long-term carbon offsets. The climate commitments and reduction initiatives are cascaded from its parent company, Vinci SA, which oversees the broader sustainability strategies across its subsidiaries. Edinburgh Airport's emissions data reflects a long-term commitment to sustainability, with ongoing efforts to reduce its carbon footprint while maintaining operational efficiency.
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| 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,944,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,544,000 | - | - | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 |
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Edinburgh Airport's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Edinburgh Airport's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 196% last year and increased by approximately 196% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Employee Commuting" being the largest emissions source at 15% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Edinburgh Airport'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.
Edinburgh Airport 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.
