Sydney Airport
Sydney Airport Corporation Limited, commonly known as Sydney Airport, is a leading international gateway located in Sydney, Australia. Established in 1936, it has grown to become one of the busiest airports in the Southern Hemisphere, serving millions of passengers annually. The airport operates primarily in the aviation industry, focusing on passenger and freight services, as well as retail and hospitality offerings. Sydney Airport is strategically positioned to connect Australia with major global destinations, enhancing its reputation as a vital hub for both domestic and international travel. Notable achievements include its recognition for operational efficiency and customer service excellence. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, Sydney Airport continues to set industry standards, making it a key player in the global aviation landscape.
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Sydney Airport's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Sydney Airport reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6508000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 69641000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 489103000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions from 6603000 kg CO2e in 2022, while Scope 2 emissions also decreased from 74346000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions increased from 450169000 kg CO2e in 2022, indicating a growing impact from indirect sources. The airport's total emissions for Scope 1 and 2 combined were about 76149000 kg CO2e in 2023, down from 80949000 kg CO2e in 2022. The emissions intensity per passenger for Scope 1 and 2 was reported at 1.94 kg CO2e in 2023, compared to 2.75 kg CO2e in 2022, showcasing an improvement in operational efficiency. Despite these figures, Sydney Airport has not set specific reduction targets or commitments under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other formal climate pledges. The airport's emissions data is sourced directly from Sydney Airport Limited, with no cascaded data from a parent organization. Overall, while Sydney Airport has made strides in reducing its emissions intensity, the lack of formal reduction targets suggests a need for more robust climate commitments moving forward.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 5,746,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 79,898,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 952,747,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Sydney Airport is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
