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Swiss International Air Lines AG Sustainability Profile

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Swiss International Air Lines AG, commonly known as SWISS, is a premier airline headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Established in 2002, it has rapidly become a key player in the aviation industry, primarily serving Europe, North America, and Asia. As the flag carrier of Switzerland, SWISS offers a range of services, including passenger and cargo transport, renowned for its commitment to quality and Swiss hospitality. The airline operates a modern fleet, providing unique features such as spacious seating and gourmet dining options that reflect Swiss culture. Notable achievements include consistently high customer satisfaction ratings and recognition for operational excellence. With a strong market position, SWISS continues to enhance its global presence while maintaining a focus on sustainability and innovation in air travel.

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63

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Air Transport industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

18

Industry Benchmark

Swiss International Air Lines AG's score of 63 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Swiss International Air Lines AG's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Deutsche Lufthansa AG

Swiss International Air Lines AG, headquartered in Switzerland (CH), currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The airline is a current subsidiary of Deutsche Lufthansa AG, which influences its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As part of its climate strategy, Swiss International Air Lines AG inherits reduction initiatives and targets from Deutsche Lufthansa AG. However, no specific reduction targets or achievements have been detailed for Swiss International Air Lines AG itself. The airline is involved in various climate initiatives, including those aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), both of which are cascaded from Deutsche Lufthansa AG. While specific emissions figures are not provided, the airline's commitment to sustainability is evident through its participation in industry-standard climate initiatives. The lack of direct emissions data highlights the need for ongoing transparency and accountability in the aviation sector's efforts to mitigate climate impact.

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How Carbon Intensive is Swiss International Air Lines AG's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Swiss International Air Lines AG's primary industry is Air Transport, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Swiss International Air Lines AG's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Swiss International Air Lines AG is in CH, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Swiss International Air Lines AG's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Swiss International Air Lines AG's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 36% last year and increased by approximately 72% since 2015, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 32% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 46% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
46%
Purchased Goods and Services
24%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
13%
Investments
9%
Downstream Leased Assets
5%
Capital Goods
2%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%

Swiss International Air Lines AG's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Swiss International Air Lines AG has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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