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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.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Norwegian Cruise Line 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.

28

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Maritime 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.

5

Industry Benchmark

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.

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Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,828,836,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 3,162,836,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which primarily encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources. Additionally, Scope 2 emissions accounted for about 5,675,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions were approximately 2,655,885,000 kg CO2e, covering indirect emissions from the value chain. Over the years, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has seen fluctuations in its emissions. For instance, in 2022, total emissions were about 5,106,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 2,804,367,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at 2,260,871,000 kg CO2e. The company has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing its carbon footprint, nor has it committed to any climate pledges. The cruise industry is under increasing pressure to address climate change, and while Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has not set formal reduction targets, it operates within a sector that is progressively moving towards sustainability. The company’s emissions data reflects its operational scale and the challenges faced in reducing carbon emissions in maritime transport.

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5,073,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings's primary industry is Sea and coastal water transportation services, which is 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. Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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.

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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