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 reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,189,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 5,300,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This marked a significant reduction from 2020, where emissions were about 1,802,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 8,600,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The data indicates a downward trend in emissions, with Scope 1 emissions decreasing by about 34% from 2019, when they were approximately 4,210,000,000 kg CO2e. SAS has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, in alignment with the International Air Transport Association's (IATA) updated ambitions. Additionally, the airline has committed to reducing its total CO2 emissions by 25% by 2025 compared to 2005 levels, a target that has been accelerated to be achieved five years earlier than initially planned. Furthermore, SAS aims for a 50% reduction in total CO2 emissions by 2030, also relative to 2005 levels, through efficiency measures such as the implementation of the Single European Sky. The emissions data and climate commitments are cascaded from the parent organization, Scandinavian Airlines System Denmark-Norway-Sweden, which oversees SAS's sustainability initiatives. SAS's efforts reflect a broader industry trend towards reducing carbon footprints and enhancing environmental sustainability in aviation.
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| 2010 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,511,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 24,900,000 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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