London Gatwick Airport
London Gatwick Airport, officially known as Gatwick Airport Limited, is a prominent international airport located in West Sussex, England, approximately 30 miles south of Central London. Founded in 1930, it has evolved into one of the UK's busiest airports, serving millions of passengers annually and connecting them to over 200 destinations worldwide. As a key player in the aviation industry, Gatwick Airport focuses on passenger and cargo services, offering a unique single-runway operation that maximises efficiency. The airport is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, having achieved significant milestones in environmental management. With a strong market position, Gatwick consistently ranks among the top airports in Europe, celebrated for its customer service and operational excellence.
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London Gatwick Airport's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, London Gatwick Airport reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,405,205,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 7,617,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 18,338,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 4,379,250,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2023, the airport's total emissions were about 3,856,012,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 9,201,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at around 18,047,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were about 3,820,453,000 kg CO2e. Gatwick Airport has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 25% by 2030, targeting an 80% reduction from a 1990 baseline. Additionally, the airport is committed to achieving net zero for market-based Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, with an absolute cap of 1,500 tonnes CO2e for these emissions, representing a 98% reduction compared to 1990 levels. These targets are part of a broader strategy to align with science-based goals and demonstrate leadership in the aviation sector's response to climate change. The emissions data and commitments are cascaded from Gatwick Airport Limited, which is a current subsidiary of Vinci SA.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 12,223,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 5,000 | 000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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