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 reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, headquartered in the US, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,000,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 3,242,719,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 7,204,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and 1,897,656,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 5,000,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 3,162,836,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 5,675,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 2,655,885,000 kg CO2e. Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming to decrease greenhouse gas (GHG) intensity by 10% by 2026 and 25% by 2030, using a 2019 baseline. These targets apply to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, measured on a per-Capacity Day basis. Furthermore, the company has committed to achieving net-zero GHG emissions by 2050, encompassing all scopes of emissions. The emissions data and reduction initiatives are sourced directly from Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd., with no data cascaded from a parent or related organization. The company is actively working towards its climate commitments while addressing its significant carbon footprint in the cruise industry.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,728,996,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 6,300,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,876,891,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
