Lufthansa, officially known as Deutsche Lufthansa AG, is a leading global airline headquartered in Germany. Established in 1926, it has grown to become one of the largest and most prestigious airlines in the world, with a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia. Operating in the aviation industry, Lufthansa offers a comprehensive range of services, including passenger and cargo transport, maintenance, and aircraft leasing. Its unique selling points include a commitment to quality service, extensive route networks, and innovative in-flight experiences. As a founding member of the Star Alliance, Lufthansa has achieved significant market position, consistently ranking among the top airlines for customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. With a rich history of milestones, including the introduction of the first non-stop transatlantic flight, Lufthansa continues to set industry standards.
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In 2021, Lufthansa reported total carbon emissions of approximately 18,000,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: Scope 1 emissions were about 13,823,320,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were around 139,496,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalled approximately 4,667,549,000 kg CO2e. Lufthansa has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. However, the airline industry is under increasing pressure to reduce carbon emissions, and Lufthansa is likely to be aligning its strategies with broader industry goals. The company has been focusing on improving fuel efficiency and exploring sustainable aviation fuels to mitigate its environmental impact. Overall, while specific reduction targets are not available, Lufthansa's emissions data highlights the significant scale of its carbon footprint and the ongoing need for effective climate action within the aviation sector.
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Add to project2007 | 2016 | 2021 | |
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Scope 1 | 21,818,126,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 100,834,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 21,906,223,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Lufthansa 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.