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Sydney Airport

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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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20

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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Sydney Airport's score of 20 is higher than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Sydney Airport's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Sydney Airport reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12,965,743,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 6,508,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 69,641,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 489,103,000 kg CO2e. The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions amounted to about 9,783,149,000 kg CO2e. The airport has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 25% reduction in net emissions from 2019 levels by 2030 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This target reflects a proactive approach to mitigating climate impact and aligns with industry standards for sustainability. In 2022, the airport's total emissions were reported at approximately 5,289,515,000 kg CO2e, indicating a significant increase in emissions in 2023. The breakdown for 2022 included Scope 1 emissions of about 6,603,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 74,346,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 450,169,000 kg CO2e. Sydney Airport's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint is crucial in the context of global climate initiatives, and its ongoing efforts will be essential in achieving its stated reduction targets.

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Scope 1
5,024,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
85,425,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
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000,000,000
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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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sydney Airport's primary industry is Air transport services (62), which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Sydney Airport is in AU, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

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.

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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