Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines, officially known as Türk Hava Yolları, is a leading global airline headquartered in Istanbul, Turkey. Established in 1933, the airline has grown to become a prominent player in the aviation industry, serving over 300 destinations across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Renowned for its exceptional service and extensive network, Turkish Airlines offers a range of products, including passenger and cargo transport, with a focus on quality and customer satisfaction. The airline has achieved numerous accolades, including being named the "Best Airline in Europe" multiple times, reflecting its strong market position and commitment to excellence. With a modern fleet and a dedication to innovation, Turkish Airlines continues to set benchmarks in the airline industry.
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Turkish Airlines's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Turkish Airlines reported total carbon emissions of approximately 27,000,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 20,898,027,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 120,182,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 6,446,159,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, the airline's total emissions were about 22,983,093,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 18,170,030,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 64,219,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 4,748,844,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a significant increase in emissions from 2022 to 2023. Turkish Airlines has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. However, they have reported on their emissions across all relevant scopes, demonstrating transparency in their sustainability efforts. The airline continues to monitor and report its carbon footprint, aligning with industry standards for climate accountability.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 15,555,813,937 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 23,540,286 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Turkish Airlines 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.
