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Princess Cruises Sustainability Profile

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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.

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29

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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Princess Cruises's score of 29 is higher than 55% 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

In 2021, Princess Cruises reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 39,886,000 kg CO2e in Singapore, 64,522,000 kg CO2e in Brazil, and 82,748,000 kg CO2e in Indonesia. The company also disclosed Scope 2 emissions of about 419 kg CO2e in Singapore and 569 kg CO2e in Brazil, while Scope 3 emissions included various categories such as capital goods (419 kg CO2e), business travel (51 kg CO2e), and waste generated in operations (558 kg CO2e) in Singapore. Despite these figures, Princess Cruises has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The emissions data is cascaded from their parent company, Carnival Corporation & plc, indicating a broader corporate responsibility towards sustainability. Princess Cruises operates under the umbrella of Princess Cruise Lines, Ltd., and while they have not established specific science-based targets (SBTi) or documented reduction initiatives, they are part of an industry that is increasingly focused on reducing carbon footprints and enhancing sustainability practices.

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2019
Scope 1
2,334,294,000
Scope 2
4,467,000
Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Princess Cruises's Industry?

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

How Carbon Intensive is Princess Cruises's Location?

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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. This request for Princess Cruises is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Princess Cruises's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Princess Cruises has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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