London Stansted Airport
London Stansted Airport, officially known as London Stansted Airport Limited, is a key player in the UK aviation industry, headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1943, it has evolved into one of the major airports serving London and the surrounding regions, primarily focusing on low-cost and charter airlines. Stansted Airport is renowned for its efficient passenger services and modern facilities, catering to millions of travellers each year. Its unique offerings include a wide range of shopping and dining options, alongside seamless transport links to central London and beyond. With a strong market position, Stansted has consistently been recognised for its commitment to customer satisfaction and operational excellence, making it a preferred choice for both leisure and business travellers.
DitchCarbon Score
How does London Stansted Airport'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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London Stansted Airport's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, London Stansted Airport reported a gross market-based emissions intensity of approximately 100.0 kg CO2e per traffic unit, a significant reduction from 220.0 kg CO2e per traffic unit in 2022. This trend indicates a commitment to lowering carbon emissions, with a target of reaching 80.0 kg CO2e per traffic unit by 2024. The airport's emissions data primarily focuses on Scope 1 emissions, which pertain to direct emissions from owned or controlled sources. Notably, there have been no reported net emissions in the specified periods, suggesting effective management of emissions. Despite the absence of formal reduction targets or climate pledges, the airport's ongoing efforts to decrease emissions intensity reflect a proactive approach to climate commitments. The consistent reduction in emissions intensity over the years demonstrates London Stansted Airport's dedication to sustainability and its role in addressing climate change within the aviation industry.
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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London Stansted Airport is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
