Frankfurt Airport
Frankfurt Airport, officially known as Flughafen Frankfurt am Main, is a premier international airport located in Frankfurt, Germany. Established in 1936, it has evolved into one of the world's busiest airports, serving as a major hub for both passenger and cargo traffic. The airport's strategic location in the heart of Europe facilitates connections to over 300 destinations across more than 100 countries. As a key player in the aviation industry, Frankfurt Airport offers a wide range of services, including passenger terminals, cargo handling, and ground services. Its unique blend of efficiency and customer-focused amenities sets it apart from competitors. Notably, it has received accolades for its operational excellence and sustainability initiatives, reinforcing its position as a leader in the global air transport sector.
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Frankfurt Airport's score of 8 is lower than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Frankfurt Airport's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Frankfurt Airport reported a climate intensity of 1.26 kg CO2e per traffic unit, reflecting its ongoing commitment to reducing carbon emissions. This follows a climate intensity of 1.94 kg CO2e per traffic unit in 2021 and 2.83 kg CO2e in 2020, indicating a positive trend in emissions reduction over these years. In 2019, the airport's total carbon emissions were approximately 1,745,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 37,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 133,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at around 1,575,000,000 kg CO2e. The 2018 figures showed total emissions of about 2,018,631,000 kg CO2e, with similar scope breakdowns. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed, Frankfurt Airport continues to monitor and report its emissions, demonstrating a commitment to transparency and accountability in its climate strategy. The airport's focus on improving climate intensity metrics suggests an ongoing effort to enhance sustainability practices within its operations.
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| 2018 | 2019 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 188,631,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 60,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,770,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Frankfurt Airport 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.
