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Edinburgh Airport, officially known as Edinburgh Airport Limited, is a prominent hub within the air transport services industry, based in the United Kingdom. Located in Edinburgh, Scotland, it serves as a key gateway for both domestic and international travel, with extensive operational reach across Europe and beyond. Since its establishment in 1947, the airport has grown significantly, becoming one of the busiest in Scotland and a vital component of the UK’s aviation network.
The airport’s core offerings include passenger flights, cargo services, and ground handling, with a focus on delivering efficient and reliable travel experiences. Its modern facilities and strategic location have helped it secure a strong market position, recognised for high standards of service and operational excellence. Edinburgh Airport continues to evolve, maintaining its status as a leading UK air transport hub.
+23 vs industry average
Edinburgh Airport’s score of 41 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Air Transport is among the most carbon-intensive industries
The Air Transport industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Edinburgh Airport Limited, a subsidiary of Vinci SA, reported Scope 1 emissions of 2,383,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of 3,379,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions of 173,891,000 kg CO2e in 2023. This includes approximately 25,718,000 kg CO2e from employee commuting and around 4,527,000 kg CO2e from waste generated in operations.
The airport has been carbon neutral since 2021 through emissions reductions and the purchase of nature-based, long-term carbon offsets. They are committed to achieving net-zero for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, with a focus on reducing these emissions to the lowest possible level.
In 2022, Edinburgh Airport reported Scope 1 emissions of 265,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, the airport's total reported emissions were approximately 61,514,000 kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of 2,707,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions of 58,792,000 kg CO2e. In 2019, Scope 1 emissions were 2,944,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were 4,544,000 kg CO2e, making a combined Scope 1 and 2 total of 7,488,000 kg CO2e.
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2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
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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