Qantas Airways Limited, commonly known as Qantas, is Australia's flagship airline, headquartered in Sydney, New South Wales. Founded in 1920, Qantas has established itself as a leader in the aviation industry, offering both domestic and international flights across six continents. The airline is renowned for its commitment to safety, operational excellence, and customer service, making it a preferred choice for travellers worldwide. Qantas operates a diverse range of services, including passenger flights, freight transport, and loyalty programs, with a focus on innovation and sustainability. Notable achievements include being the third oldest airline in the world and consistently ranking among the safest airlines globally. With a strong market position, Qantas continues to set industry standards while connecting Australia to the world.
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In 2024, Qantas reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11,456,418,000 kg CO2e, comprising 11,456,418,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 60,297,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 6,094,185,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a significant increase from 2023, where emissions were about 9,720,687,000 kg CO2e (9,720,687,000 kg CO2e Scope 1, 62,462,000 kg CO2e Scope 2, and 3,182,594,000 kg CO2e Scope 3). Qantas has set ambitious targets to reduce its emissions, aiming for a 25% reduction in net emissions from 2019 levels by 2030 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This commitment reflects the airline's proactive approach to addressing climate change and aligns with industry standards for sustainability. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that Qantas Airways Limited independently reports its emissions and climate commitments. The airline's ongoing efforts to enhance sustainability are crucial in the context of the aviation industry's broader climate goals.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 9,340,721,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 83,920,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 906,298,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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