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Princess Cruises

Princess Cruises, a prominent player in the cruise industry, is headquartered in the United States and operates globally, with a strong presence in regions such as the Caribbean, Alaska, and Europe. Founded in 1965, the company has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of innovative onboard experiences and a commitment to environmental sustainability. Specialising in premium cruise vacations, Princess Cruises offers a diverse range of itineraries and unique onboard amenities, such as the renowned MedallionClass experience, which enhances guest convenience and personalised service. With a reputation for exceptional hospitality and award-winning dining options, Princess Cruises consistently ranks among the top cruise lines in the world, making it a preferred choice for travellers seeking memorable ocean adventures.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Princess Cruises'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.

23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other Services 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.

21

Industry Benchmark

Princess Cruises's score of 23 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Princess Cruises's reported carbon emissions

As of 2019, Princess Cruises reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 2,334,294,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 10,330,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching around 15,048,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects the company's ongoing commitment to transparency in its environmental impact. In previous years, emissions have shown fluctuations, with Scope 1 emissions decreasing from about 10,491,277,000 kg CO2e in 2016 to the 2019 figure. Scope 2 emissions also saw a reduction from approximately 47,759,000 kg CO2e in 2016 to the 2019 level. However, there are no specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed in the provided data, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. Princess Cruises operates within the cruise industry, which is under increasing scrutiny for its environmental impact. The company’s emissions data highlights the importance of ongoing efforts to reduce carbon footprints and enhance sustainability practices.

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2016201720182019
Scope 1
10,491,277,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 2
47,759,000
0,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
-
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Princess Cruises's primary industry is Other services (93), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Princess Cruises 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.

Princess Cruises 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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