The Emirates Group
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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does The Emirates Group's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Industry Benchmark
The Emirates Group's score of 27 is higher than 58% 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 2024, The Emirates Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 40,037,215,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 32,934,153,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity at approximately 171,507,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 6,931,555,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from fuel and energy-related activities. Comparatively, in 2023, the Group's total emissions were about 32,791,146,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 26,951,870,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 166,311,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were about 5,672,965,000 kg CO2e. The Emirates Group has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero carbon emissions by 2050. Additionally, they plan to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2020 as a baseline. These targets reflect a long-term commitment to sustainability and reducing their carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that The Emirates Group independently reports its carbon emissions and climate initiatives.
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| 2011 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Scope 2 | 508,056,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 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 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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The Emirates Group 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.
