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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In 2023, SITA reported total carbon emissions of approximately 245,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 1,532,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled around 1,086,000 kg CO2e. The majority of emissions stemmed from Scope 3, amounting to approximately 242,403,000 kg CO2e, which includes categories such as purchased goods and services (about 149,156,000 kg CO2e) and business travel (approximately 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 reduce Scope 3 emissions by the same percentage within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include achieving a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050, alongside a similar target for Scope 3 emissions. SITA is also committed to increasing its sourcing of renewable electricity from 15% in 2019 to 100% by 2030 and ensuring that 50% of its suppliers by spend have science-based targets by 2027. Notably, SITA aims to reduce its Scope 1 emissions to near zero by 2025, demonstrating a proactive approach to climate action.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,734,000 | 0,000,000 | 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 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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