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.
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.
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Iberia's score of 15 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Iberia reported carbon emissions of approximately 19,789,000 kg CO2e, all of which fall under Scope 1 emissions. This figure reflects the airline's ongoing commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. Over the years, Iberia has demonstrated a proactive approach to climate action, with significant emissions recorded in previous years: 20,543,000 kg CO2e in 2020 and 29,744,690 kg CO2e in 2021. Iberia has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. This long-term target aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which Iberia has committed to since November 2019. The airline's near-term targets have been classified as committed, indicating a serious dedication to achieving these goals. The airline's emissions data highlights a trend of increasing awareness and action towards sustainability in the aviation sector, with Iberia actively working to implement strategies that contribute to a more sustainable future.
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2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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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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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.