Emirates Sustainability Profile
Emirates, officially known as Emirates Airline, is a prominent player in the global aviation industry, headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (AE). Founded in 1985, the airline has rapidly expanded its operations across six continents, establishing a strong presence in key markets such as Europe, Asia, and North America. Renowned for its exceptional service and modern fleet, Emirates offers a range of products, including passenger and cargo services, with a focus on luxury and comfort. The airline's unique in-flight experience, featuring award-winning entertainment and gourmet dining, sets it apart from competitors. With numerous accolades, including being named the World's Best Airline multiple times, Emirates continues to solidify its position as a leader in the aviation sector, consistently pushing the boundaries of travel excellence.
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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Air Transport industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
Emirates's score of 10 is lower than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Emirates's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Emirates reported total carbon emissions of approximately 40,037,215,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 32,934,153,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 171,507,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 6,931,555,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 32,791,146,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 26,951,870,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 166,311,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 5,672,965,000 kg CO2e. Emirates has made significant strides in reducing its carbon intensity. From 2022 to 2023, the carbon intensity for catering decreased by 26.3%, from 13.7 gCO₂e/AED to 10.1 gCO₂e/AED, while travel emissions intensity fell by 22.5%, from 4.0 gCO₂e/AED to 3.1 gCO₂e/AED. These reductions reflect the company's commitment to improving operational efficiency and minimising its environmental impact. Emirates operates as a current subsidiary and has cascaded emissions data from its parent organisation, ensuring alignment with broader corporate sustainability goals. The company continues to focus on enhancing its climate commitments and reducing its overall carbon footprint in the aviation industry.
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| 2012 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 19,447,345,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 766,417,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 148,981,000 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Emirates's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Emirates's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 22% last year and increased significantly since 2012, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 17% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 100% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Emirates'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.
Emirates 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.
