Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. (JAL) is a prominent player in the aviation industry, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan (JP). Founded in 1951, JAL has established itself as a leading airline, offering extensive domestic and international flight services across Asia, Europe, and North America.
The airline is renowned for its commitment to quality and customer service, providing a range of core products including passenger and cargo transport, as well as travel-related services. JAL's unique blend of traditional Japanese hospitality and modern amenities sets it apart in a competitive market.
With a strong market position, Japan Airlines has received numerous accolades for its operational excellence and safety standards, solidifying its reputation as a trusted airline choice for travellers worldwide.
+8 vs industry average
Japan Airlines’s score of 25 is higher than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Air Transport is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Air Transport industry has reduced its overall emissions by 32% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2024
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Japan Airlines's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Japan Airlines reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11.4 billion kg CO2e, comprising 9.1 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1, 53 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 2.2 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The airline has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero CO2 emissions by 2050, a target announced during its shareholders' meeting in June 2020.
For near-term goals, Japan Airlines has established a target to reduce its Scope 1 emissions to below 9.09 million tonnes CO2e by FY2025, which represents a significant reduction from 2019 levels. Additionally, the company aims to achieve a 50% reduction in Scope 2 emissions by FY2030, relative to FY2013 levels.
Japan Airlines is committed to transparency in its emissions reporting and has disclosed its emissions data across all relevant scopes. The airline's climate strategy aligns with industry standards and reflects its dedication to sustainability in the aviation sector.
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Japan Airlines’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2030
50% reduction in Scope 2
In terms of Scope 2, the Company has set the FY2030 CO2 reduction target, which aims to keep the amount of the total emission to 50% of the…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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