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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.

8

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.

11

Industry Benchmark

The Emirates Group's score of 8 is higher than 59% 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 2023, The Emirates Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 32,791,146,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 26,951,870,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 89,706,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 5,672,965,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompasses business travel, waste generated in operations, and fuel and energy-related activities. The previous year, 2022, did not have disclosed emissions data. However, in 2024, emissions increased to about 40,037,215,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 32,934,153,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity at 171,507,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching 6,931,555,000 kg CO2e. The Emirates Group has not specified any formal reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, reflecting an ongoing commitment to transparency in its environmental impact.

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508,056,000
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100,984,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. The Emirates Group's primary industry is Air transport services (62), which is very 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. The Emirates Group is headquartered in AE, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

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.

The Emirates Group is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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