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Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways, officially known as Qatar Airways Q.C.S.C., is a leading global airline headquartered in Doha, Qatar (QA). Founded in 1993, the airline has rapidly expanded its operations, serving over 160 destinations across six continents. Renowned for its exceptional service and modern fleet, Qatar Airways operates in the aviation industry, focusing on passenger and cargo transport. The airline's core offerings include premium cabin services, extensive in-flight entertainment, and a commitment to customer satisfaction, setting it apart from competitors. Notable achievements include being named Airline of the Year multiple times by Skytrax, reflecting its strong market position and dedication to excellence. With a focus on innovation and quality, Qatar Airways continues to redefine air travel for its passengers.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Qatar Airways'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.

8

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Air 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.

11

Industry Benchmark

Qatar Airways's score of 8 is higher than 59% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Qatar Airways's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Qatar Airways reported total carbon emissions of approximately 21,442,628,000 kg CO2e, comprising 21,442,628,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 296,765,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 96,278,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant commitment to transparency in their environmental impact. Over the years, Qatar Airways has seen fluctuations in its emissions. For instance, in 2021, the airline's total emissions were about 14,333,354,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction from previous years. The airline's Scope 1 emissions peaked in 2020 at approximately 22,882,338,000 kg CO2e, showcasing the challenges faced during the pandemic. Despite these figures, Qatar Airways has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing its carbon footprint. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further commitment to climate action within the aviation sector. The airline's emissions per passenger have varied, with figures around 5.3 kg CO2e in 2018 and 4.85 kg CO2e in 2017, indicating efforts to improve efficiency. As the airline industry faces increasing scrutiny regarding its environmental impact, Qatar Airways's ongoing emissions data highlights the importance of setting ambitious climate commitments to align with global sustainability goals.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Qatar Airways's primary industry is Air transport services (62), which is very high 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. Qatar Airways is headquartered in QA, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium 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.

Qatar Airways 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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