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Indira Gandhi International Airport

Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA), located in New Delhi, India, serves as a pivotal hub in the aviation industry. Established in 1962, it has evolved into one of the busiest airports in the country, catering to millions of passengers annually. The airport is strategically positioned to facilitate both domestic and international flights, enhancing connectivity across major operational regions. IGIA offers a range of services, including passenger and cargo handling, with a focus on providing a seamless travel experience. Its state-of-the-art facilities and commitment to sustainability set it apart in the competitive landscape of global airports. Recognised for its excellence, Indira Gandhi International Airport has received numerous accolades, solidifying its status as a leader in the aviation sector.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Indira Gandhi International Airport'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.

4

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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Indira Gandhi International Airport's score of 4 is lower than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Indira Gandhi International Airport's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Indira Gandhi International Airport reported significant carbon emissions totalling approximately 7,376,435,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes about 1,867,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and about 10,209,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, representing indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity. The majority of emissions, approximately 7,374,500,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which encompasses all other indirect emissions that occur in the value chain. Despite the substantial emissions figures, there are currently no publicly disclosed reduction targets or climate pledges from the airport. This lack of specific commitments highlights a potential area for improvement in their climate strategy. The airport's emissions data indicates a need for enhanced sustainability initiatives to align with industry standards and climate action goals.

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2016201720182023
Scope 1
1,066,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
104,653,000
000,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
-
-
-
0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Indira Gandhi International Airport's primary industry is Air transport services (62), which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Indira Gandhi International Airport is in IN, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Indira Gandhi International Airport 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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