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Manchester Airport Holdings

Manchester Airport Holdings, commonly referred to as MAG, is a leading airport management company headquartered in Greater Manchester, GB. Established in 1938, MAG operates several major airports, including Manchester, London Stansted, and East Midlands, playing a pivotal role in the UK’s aviation industry. The company focuses on airport operations, management, and development, offering unique services that enhance passenger experience and operational efficiency. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, MAG has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of Manchester Airport, which is the third-largest in the UK by passenger volume. Recognised for its strategic market position, Manchester Airport Holdings continues to excel in delivering high-quality services, making it a key player in the global aviation landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Manchester Airport Holdings'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.

4

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.

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Industry Benchmark

Manchester Airport Holdings's score of 4 is lower than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Manchester Airport Holdings's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Manchester Airport Holdings reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,172,000 kg CO2e. This figure reflects a significant reduction from previous years, with emissions decreasing from about 14,293,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and 10,415,000 kg CO2e in 2022. The company has disclosed emissions across various scopes, with notable contributions from Scope 3 emissions, particularly from business travel (approximately 4,438,949,000 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (approximately 111,785,000 kg CO2e) in 2022. The company has committed to near-term climate targets, although specific reduction targets have not been detailed. As of now, Manchester Airport Holdings has not set a net-zero commitment. The organisation operates within the air transportation sector, focusing on airport services, and continues to explore initiatives aimed at reducing its carbon footprint. Overall, Manchester Airport Holdings demonstrates a proactive approach to managing its carbon emissions, with a clear trend towards reduction in recent years.

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Scope 1
25,130,000
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Scope 2
64,667,000
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Scope 3
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0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Manchester Airport Holdings's primary industry is Air transport services (62), which is very 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. Manchester Airport Holdings is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Manchester Airport Holdings is committed to some 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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