Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd., commonly referred to as Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), is a prominent player in the global cruise industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1966, the company has evolved significantly, establishing itself as a leader in providing innovative cruise experiences across major operational regions, including the Caribbean, Europe, and Alaska. NCL is renowned for its unique Freestyle Cruising concept, which offers guests unparalleled flexibility in dining and entertainment options. With a diverse fleet of modern ships, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings caters to a wide range of travellers, ensuring memorable voyages that stand out in the competitive cruise market. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the introduction of groundbreaking ship designs and a commitment to sustainability, solidifying its position as a forward-thinking leader in the industry.
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Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings's score of 28 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 3,162,836,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 5,675,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 2,655,885,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant operational footprint, particularly in Scope 3, which includes emissions from the supply chain and customer travel. Over the years, NCLH has shown a trend in emissions reporting, with total emissions recorded at approximately 2,609,000,000 kg CO2e in 2019 and 1,447,524,000 kg CO2e in 2020. However, there are currently no publicly disclosed reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. NCLH's commitment to sustainability is evident, but the lack of specific reduction goals highlights an area for potential improvement in their climate strategy. As the cruise industry faces increasing scrutiny regarding environmental impact, NCLH's future commitments will be crucial in aligning with global climate goals.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,504,436,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 5,073,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings 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.
