Iag
International Airlines Group (IAG), headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading global airline holding company formed in 2011 through the merger of British Airways and Iberia. With a strong presence in Europe and significant operations across North America, South America, and Asia, IAG has established itself as a key player in the aviation industry. The group encompasses several well-known airlines, including British Airways, Iberia, Aer Lingus, and Vueling, each offering unique services tailored to diverse customer needs. IAG is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, positioning itself at the forefront of the industry. Notable achievements include a robust recovery strategy post-pandemic and a focus on expanding its low-cost carrier segment, ensuring a competitive edge in the ever-evolving travel market.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Iag's score of 20 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Iag's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, International Consolidated Airlines Group (IAG) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 25,670,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 25,670,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 12,400,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 6,530,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This reflects IAG's ongoing commitment to reducing its carbon footprint as part of its long-term climate strategy. IAG has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. This commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which IAG joined in 2019. The airline is actively working towards these targets, although specific near-term reduction targets have been removed or expired. The company has made significant strides in its sustainability efforts, including initiatives to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions per passenger kilometre. For instance, the carbon intensity for flights has been reported at approximately 0.081 kg CO2e per passenger kilometre in 2023. IAG's climate strategy is crucial in the context of the aviation industry's broader efforts to address climate change, positioning the company as a leader in sustainable air transportation.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 28,760 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 61,900,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 7,880 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Iag is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
