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Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, was established by Emiri Decree in July 2003. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, AE, Etihad operates as a leading entity in the global air transport services industry. It efficiently connects passengers and cargo across a vast international network.
Specialising in premium passenger travel, Etihad offers a diverse range of services, from Economy to its award-winning First Class and The Residence. The airline is celebrated for its distinctive Arabian hospitality, innovative cabin products, and commitment to a world-class flying experience. This focus on unparalleled service has cemented Etihad’s reputation as a prominent global carrier.
15
DitchCarbon score
-3 vs industry average
Etihad Airways’s score of 15 is lower than 39% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very High
Air Transport is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
1.024
20182025
The Air Transport industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
2020202120222023202420252026
Reported emissions
Scope 1
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 2
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 3
•••kg CO₂e
Total reported
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Etihad Airways's reported carbon emissions
Etihad Airways reported total emissions of approximately 6.49 billion kg CO2e in 2023. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 6.17 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 120.63 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 200.54 million kg CO2e.
Looking at previous years, their total emissions were about 5.36 billion kg CO2e in 2022, 4.31 billion kg CO2e in 2021, and 4.27 billion kg CO2e in 2020. In 2019, Etihad Airways' total emissions were around 9.10 billion kg CO2e, and in 2018, they were approximately 9.80 billion kg CO2e.
Etihad Airways is committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2, aligning with the commitments of the UAE government, ICAO, and the industry to the Paris Agreement. They also have an absolute reduction target for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, aiming to deliver 50% net reductions against 2019 emissions by 2035 and maintain this.
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Etihad Airways’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
No scope 3 category breakdown has been disclosed yet.
Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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