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KLM

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, commonly known as KLM, is a prominent player in the global aviation industry, headquartered in the Netherlands (NL). Founded in 1919, KLM has established itself as 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 major regions including Europe, North America, and Asia, KLM offers a comprehensive range of services, from passenger flights to cargo transport. Its unique blend of traditional Dutch hospitality and modern technology sets it apart in the competitive airline market. KLM is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, consistently achieving high customer satisfaction ratings and maintaining a strong market position within the industry.

DitchCarbon Score

How does KLM'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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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.

12

Industry Benchmark

KLM's score of 3 is lower than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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KLM's reported carbon emissions

KLM, headquartered in the Netherlands (NL), currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. However, the airline is actively engaged in various climate commitments and initiatives aimed at reducing its environmental impact. While no specific reduction targets or achievements are listed, KLM is part of the broader aviation industry's efforts to address climate change. The airline is likely to be focusing on strategies such as improving fuel efficiency, investing in sustainable aviation fuels, and exploring innovative technologies to lower its carbon footprint. As the industry continues to evolve, KLM's commitment to sustainability will be crucial in meeting future climate goals and aligning with global efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. KLM'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 KLM is in NL, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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KLM 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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