Sita
Sita, officially known as Société Internationale de Télécommunications Aéronautiques, is a leading provider of IT and telecommunications services for the aviation industry. Headquartered in Switzerland (CH), Sita operates globally, serving major airports and airlines across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Founded in 1949, the company has achieved significant milestones, including pioneering innovations in air transport communications. Sita's core offerings encompass a range of solutions, including passenger management, baggage tracking, and airport operations, distinguished by their commitment to enhancing efficiency and customer experience. With a strong market position, Sita is recognised for its contributions to digital transformation in aviation, making it a trusted partner for airlines and airports worldwide.
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Sita's score of 56 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Sita's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, SITA reported total carbon emissions of approximately 245,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 1,532,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 1,086,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and a significant 242,403,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The Scope 3 emissions include substantial contributions from purchased goods and services (149,156,000 kg CO2e) and business travel (11,002,000 kg CO2e). SITA has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 46.2% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, they plan to achieve the same percentage reduction for Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050, alongside a similar target for Scope 3 emissions. The company is also committed to sourcing 100% renewable electricity by 2030, up from 15% in 2019, and ensuring that 50% of its suppliers by spend have science-based targets by 2027. SITA's overarching goal is to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050, aligning with industry standards for climate action. These targets are part of SITA's broader sustainability strategy, which reflects its commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,734,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 9,716,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 17,085,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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