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 2023, Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) reported carbon emissions of approximately 3,093,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 5,100,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This marks a significant increase in emissions compared to previous years, with 2022 emissions recorded at about 2,446,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 5,600,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The airline's emissions have fluctuated over the years, with Scope 1 emissions decreasing from about 3,511,000,000 kg CO2e in 2010 to 1,802,000,000 kg CO2e in 2020, before rising again in subsequent years. Notably, in 2021, emissions were approximately 1,189,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 5,600,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. Despite these figures, SAS has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing its carbon footprint. The absence of defined climate pledges or science-based targets indicates a need for further commitment to sustainability and emissions reduction within the aviation sector. Overall, while SAS has made strides in tracking its emissions, the lack of concrete reduction strategies highlights the ongoing challenges faced by the airline industry in addressing climate change.
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| 2010 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Scandinavian Airlines 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.
