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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.

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20

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 20 is higher than 85% 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 and 296,765,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the airline's Scope 3 emissions were recorded at about 96,278,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Qatar Airways has shown fluctuations in its emissions. For instance, in 2022, the total emissions were approximately 18,729,013,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 18,367,763,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 263,123,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, the total emissions were around 14,333,354,000 kg CO2e, indicating a significant increase in emissions in subsequent years. The airline has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. However, it continues to monitor and report its emissions across Scopes 1, 2, and 3, demonstrating a commitment to transparency in its environmental impact. As the aviation industry faces increasing scrutiny regarding carbon emissions, Qatar Airways's ongoing efforts to track and report its emissions are crucial for aligning with global climate goals.

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Scope 1
12,139,530,000
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Scope 2
307,034,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
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000,000,000
000,000,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000

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 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. This request for Qatar Airways is in QA, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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 participating in any of the initiatives that 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
Reduction Actions

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