Scandinavian Airlines
Scandinavian Airlines, commonly known as SAS, is a leading airline headquartered in Sweden (SE), with significant operations across Scandinavia and Europe. Founded in 1946, SAS has established itself as a key player in the aviation industry, offering a range of services including passenger transport, cargo services, and travel solutions. The airline is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, providing unique offerings such as the SAS EuroBonus loyalty programme and a focus on eco-friendly travel options. With a strong market position, SAS has achieved notable milestones, including being a founding member of the Star Alliance, which enhances its global connectivity. As a trusted choice for travellers, Scandinavian Airlines continues to prioritise customer experience and operational excellence in the competitive airline sector.
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Scandinavian Airlines's score of 16 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Scandinavian Airlines's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Scandinavian Airlines reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,189,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 28,600 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This marked a significant reduction from 2020, where emissions were about 1,802,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 4,500 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The airline has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, with a near-term target status of "Committed" as of January 2023. This commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which encourages companies to set science-based emissions reduction targets. Scandinavian Airlines is actively working towards these goals, reflecting a broader industry trend towards sustainability and climate responsibility.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,802,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 8,600 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - |
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Scandinavian Airlines is committed to some 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.
