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Incheon International Airport

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Incheon International Airport Corporation, commonly referred to as Incheon Airport, is a leading player in the aviation industry, headquartered in Incheon, South Korea (KR). Established in 2001, the airport has rapidly evolved into a major hub for international travel, serving as a gateway to Asia and beyond. Incheon International Airport is renowned for its state-of-the-art facilities and exceptional customer service, offering a range of services including passenger and cargo handling, airport management, and retail operations. Its unique blend of efficiency and innovation has earned it numerous accolades, consistently ranking among the world's best airports. With a strategic location and a commitment to excellence, Incheon Airport plays a pivotal role in enhancing South Korea's connectivity and economic growth, solidifying its position as a premier global aviation centre.

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29

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Air 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.

16

Industry Benchmark

Incheon International Airport's score of 29 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Incheon International Airport's reported carbon emissions

Incheon International Airport's carbon emissions for 2023 total approximately 15,609,988,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 38,725,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 184,464,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions amounting to around 15,386,799,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions are primarily driven by the use of sold products, which accounts for about 15,182,407,000 kg CO2e. In comparison, the airport's total emissions for 2022 were approximately 11,401,821,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 22,351,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 183,098,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 11,196,372,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a substantial increase in emissions from 2022 to 2023. Incheon International Airport has committed to achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2045, based on 2018 levels. This long-term target encompasses all scopes of emissions and reflects the airport's dedication to addressing climate change. The emissions data is sourced directly from Incheon International Airport Corporation, with no cascading from a parent or related organization. The airport's climate initiatives are aligned with industry standards, demonstrating a proactive approach to sustainability and carbon management.

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Scope 2
133,281,000
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Scope 3
1,116,180,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Incheon International Airport's primary industry is Air transport services (62), 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 Incheon International Airport is in KR, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Incheon International Airport is participating in some 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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