The Emirates Group Sustainability Profile
The Emirates Group, headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (AE), is a leading player in the global aviation and travel industry. Founded in 1985, the group has achieved significant milestones, including the establishment of Emirates Airline, which has become synonymous with luxury air travel. Operating across six continents, The Emirates Group encompasses various business areas, including passenger and cargo air transport, travel services, and hospitality. Its core offerings, such as award-winning in-flight services and a vast network of destinations, set it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, The Emirates Group has garnered numerous accolades, solidifying its reputation as a pioneer in the aviation sector. Its commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction continues to drive its success on the global stage.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
The Emirates Group's score of 29 is higher than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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The Emirates Group's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, The Emirates Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 42.69 million tonnes CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 35.11 million tonnes CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 0.19 million tonnes CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 7.39 million tonnes CO2e. This marks an increase from 2024, where total emissions were about 40.03 million tonnes CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 32.93 million tonnes CO2e, Scope 2 at about 0.18 million tonnes CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 6.93 million tonnes CO2e. In 2023, the total emissions were about 32.79 million tonnes CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of approximately 26.95 million tonnes CO2e, Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity at about 0.17 million tonnes CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at around 5.67 million tonnes CO2e. The Emirates Group has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero carbon emissions by 2050. Additionally, they have established near-term targets to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 50% by 2030, using a 2020 baseline. These initiatives reflect the Group's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions.
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| 2011 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 17,791,566,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 508,056,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 100,984,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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The Emirates Group's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
The Emirates Group's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 7% last year and increased significantly since 2011, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 17% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 100% of Scope 3 emissions.
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The Emirates Group'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.
The Emirates Group 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.
