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Heathrow Airport Holdings Limited

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Heathrow Airport Holdings Limited, commonly referred to as Heathrow, is a leading player in the global aviation industry, headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1966, the company operates primarily in the airport management sector, overseeing one of the world's busiest international airports, Heathrow Airport, located in London. Heathrow is renowned for its commitment to providing exceptional passenger experiences and efficient air traffic management. The company offers a range of services, including terminal operations, retail management, and ground handling, all designed to enhance the travel experience. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, Heathrow has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of advanced technology to streamline operations. As a key hub for international travel, Heathrow Airport Holdings Limited holds a prominent market position, consistently recognised for its operational excellence and customer service.

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41

Industry Average

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27

Industry Benchmark

Heathrow Airport Holdings Limited'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.

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Heathrow Airport Holdings Limited's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Heathrow Airport Holdings Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 19,402,888,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 28,054,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 56,339,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 19,374,834,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions are primarily driven by the use of sold products, which accounted for about 18,959,368,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2023, the airport's total emissions were about 18,774,300,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 32,116,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 56,134,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were about 18,742,184,000 kg CO2e. Heathrow has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for all airport operational vehicles to emit zero emissions or use biofuels by 2030. Currently, over 90% of operated vehicles have transitioned to zero emissions or biodiesel, with over 50% being electric. The goal is to achieve a fully electric fleet by the end of 2025. Additionally, the airport has reported a 9.8% reduction in total waste from 23,934 tonnes in 2019 to 21,687 tonnes in 2023, with plans to further minimise avoidable waste. The emissions data is cascaded from Heathrow Airport Holdings Limited, reflecting its current subsidiary status. The company is actively working towards enhancing its sustainability practices and reducing its carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions.

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26,998,000
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Scope 2
71,163,000
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Scope 3
21,013,718,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Heathrow Airport Holdings Limited's primary industry is Real estate services (70), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Heathrow Airport Holdings Limited is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Heathrow Airport Holdings Limited 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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