Heathrow
Heathrow Airport Holdings Limited, commonly known as Heathrow, is a leading player in the global aviation industry, headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1946, Heathrow has evolved into one of the world's busiest international airports, serving millions of passengers annually and connecting them to over 180 destinations across six continents. Heathrow's core services include passenger and cargo handling, airport management, and retail operations, distinguished by its commitment to customer experience and operational efficiency. The airport has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of Terminal 5, which has set new standards in airport design and functionality. With a strong market position, Heathrow consistently ranks among the top airports globally, recognised for its exceptional service quality and innovative sustainability initiatives. As a pivotal hub in the aviation sector, Heathrow continues to shape the future of air travel.
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Heathrow's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Heathrow's total carbon emissions reached approximately 18,774,300,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 32,116,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 56,134,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 18,742,184,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions primarily stem from the use of sold products, accounting for about 17,951,588,000 kg CO2e. Heathrow has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero carbon emissions by 2050. Additionally, the airport plans to reduce supply-chain carbon emissions by 36% by 2030 and achieve an 87% reduction in carbon emissions from airport vehicles by 2030. These targets reflect a comprehensive approach to sustainability, addressing emissions across all scopes. The emissions data for Heathrow is cascaded from its parent organization, Heathrow Finance plc, which provides a consolidated view of the airport's environmental impact. This data is crucial for understanding the broader context of Heathrow's climate commitments and performance.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 29,216,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 97,408,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 20,998,580,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Heathrow 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.
