Klm
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, commonly known as KLM, is a prominent player in the global aviation industry, headquartered in Amstelveen, Netherlands (NL). Founded in 1919, KLM is one of the oldest airlines in the world, with a rich history marked by significant milestones, including its merger with Air France in 2004, forming the Air France-KLM Group. Operating across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas, KLM offers a comprehensive range of services, including passenger and cargo transport. The airline is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, exemplified by its efforts to reduce carbon emissions and enhance customer experience. With a strong market position, KLM consistently ranks among the top airlines for service quality and operational efficiency, making it a preferred choice for travellers worldwide.
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Klm's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines reported carbon emissions of approximately 10,360,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 sources, specifically mobile combustion. This marks a slight increase from 2023, where emissions were about 9,972,000 kg CO2e. The airline's emissions data for Scope 2 and Scope 3 are not disclosed for the most recent years, but in 2022, KLM reported total emissions of approximately 11,408,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 10,110,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 16,530,000,000 kg CO2e. KLM has set ambitious climate commitments, including a validated target by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to reduce its Scope 1 and 3 jet fuel greenhouse gas emissions by 30% per revenue tonne kilometre by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target aligns with the goals of the Paris Agreement and includes biogenic emissions from bioenergy feedstocks. Additionally, KLM has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 across all scopes. The airline's near-term targets include a 12% absolute reduction in emissions by 2030 compared to 2019 levels, alongside a 30% relative reduction per revenue tonne kilometre. KLM's ongoing efforts to reduce fuel consumption and carbon emissions are integral to its strategy for sustainable aviation. Overall, KLM's emissions and climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to addressing climate change, with a focus on significant reductions in the coming years.
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| 2019 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 12,080,040,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 33,096,000 | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 4,467,960,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | - |
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