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London Gatwick Airport, officially known as Gatwick Airport Limited, is a prominent player in the air transport services industry, headquartered in the United Kingdom. Established in 1930, Gatwick has evolved into one of the busiest airports in Europe, serving as a major hub for both domestic and international flights.
Located just 29.5 miles south of Central London, Gatwick operates a diverse range of services, including passenger flights, cargo transport, and airport facilities management. Its unique single-terminal design enhances passenger experience, making it efficient and user-friendly.
With a strong market position, Gatwick Airport has achieved notable milestones, including being the first UK airport to introduce a self-service bag drop. This commitment to innovation and customer service solidifies its reputation as a leading airport in the air transport sector.
41
DitchCarbon score
+23 vs industry average
London Gatwick Airport’s score of 41 is higher than 63% 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
Very High
Air Transport is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
1.024
20182025
The Air Transport industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
20202021202220232024202520262027
Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 3
•••kg CO₂e
Total reported
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
London Gatwick Airport's reported carbon emissions
London Gatwick Airport reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalling 7,617,000 kg CO2e in 2024. This marks a reduction from 9,201,000 kg CO2e in 2023 and 8,922,000 kg CO2e in 2022.
The airport has a strong commitment to climate action, aiming to achieve net-zero Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. This commitment is part of a science-based goal to reach net zero before 2040 and includes a target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by a further 25% by 2030 (compared to a 1990 baseline), representing an 80% reduction from the 1990 baseline. Furthermore, London Gatwick Airport targets an absolute cap for residual Scope 1 and 2 emissions below 1,500 tonnes CO2e by 2030, which is a 98% reduction compared to its 1990 baseline. While targets are cascaded from Vinci SA, the listed performance data is directly reported by Gatwick Airport Limited.
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London Gatwick Airport’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
No scope 3 category breakdown has been disclosed yet.
Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Inherited from Vinci SASee details
Active
Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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Not active
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Not active
RE 100
2030 targetSee details
Active
Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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