Iberia
Iberia, officially known as Iberia Líneas Aéreas de España, is a prominent airline headquartered in Madrid, Spain. Founded in 1927, it has established itself as a key player in the aviation industry, primarily serving Europe and Latin America. With a rich history marked by significant milestones, Iberia has evolved into a leading carrier, renowned for its extensive network and commitment to quality service. The airline offers a range of services, including passenger and cargo transport, with a focus on connecting Spain to major global destinations. Iberia's unique offerings, such as its loyalty programme and modern fleet, enhance the travel experience for its customers. As a member of the International Airlines Group (IAG), Iberia holds a strong market position, consistently recognised for its operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Iberia's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Iberia's score of 15 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Iberia's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Iberia's carbon emissions totalled approximately 19,789,000 kg CO2e, primarily from Scope 1 emissions. This represents a continued commitment to reducing their carbon footprint, following a significant reduction from 2020, when emissions were about 2,022,943,000 kg CO2e. Iberia has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. The airline is actively engaged in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), having committed to long-term reduction targets that encompass all scopes of emissions. Their near-term targets are classified as committed, indicating a proactive approach to climate action. Historically, Iberia's emissions have fluctuated, with Scope 1 emissions peaking at about 28,499,000 kg CO2e in 2016. The airline's efforts to improve operational efficiency and reduce emissions intensity are evident, as they strive to align with industry standards for sustainability in air transportation.
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Add to project| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 20,949,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 20,382,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 23,524,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Iberia 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.
