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Maritime Transport
NL
updated 9 days ago

Holland America Line

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Holland America Line, a premier cruise line headquartered in the Netherlands (NL), has been a leader in the cruise industry since its founding in 1873. Renowned for its exceptional service and immersive travel experiences, the company operates primarily in North America, Europe, and the Caribbean, offering a diverse range of itineraries. Specialising in premium cruises, Holland America Line provides unique onboard experiences, including culinary excellence and cultural enrichment programmes. The line is celebrated for its fleet of elegant ships, which combine modern amenities with classic maritime traditions. With a strong market position, Holland America Line has received numerous accolades for its commitment to sustainability and guest satisfaction, making it a preferred choice for discerning travellers seeking unforgettable journeys at sea.

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20

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Maritime 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.

9

Industry Benchmark

Holland America Line's score of 20 is higher than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Holland America Line's reported carbon emissions

In 2020, Holland America Line reported total carbon emissions of approximately 817,521,000 kg CO2e, which includes 815,514,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and about 2,006,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based). This represents a significant reduction from previous years, as emissions in 2018 were approximately 1,214,705,000 kg CO2e, indicating a downward trend in their carbon footprint. Holland America Line is committed to ambitious climate targets, aspiring to achieve net carbon-neutral ship operations by 2050. This long-term goal encompasses all scopes of emissions. Additionally, the company aims to reduce the intensity of CO2e emissions from its operations by 25% by 2020 relative to a 2005 baseline, a target that was set by its parent company, Carnival Corporation & plc. The company has also set a near-term target to achieve a 20% reduction in carbon intensity relative to its 2019 baseline by 2030, measured in both grams of CO2e per ALB-km and kilograms of CO2e per ALBD. Furthermore, Holland America Line is part of a broader initiative under Carnival Corporation to send 100% of waste to waste-to-energy facilities by 2050, further demonstrating its commitment to sustainability. Overall, Holland America Line's emissions data and climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to reducing its environmental impact, aligning with industry standards and global climate goals.

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Scope 2
5,180,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Holland America Line's primary industry is Sea and coastal water transportation services, which is high 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 Holland America Line is in NL, 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.

Holland America Line 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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