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Zurich Airport, officially known as Flughafen Zürich AG, is a leading player in the air transport services industry, headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1921, it has evolved into a major international hub, serving millions of passengers annually and connecting them to destinations worldwide.
The airport's core services include passenger and cargo handling, as well as extensive retail and dining options, which enhance the travel experience. Zurich Airport is renowned for its efficiency and customer service, consistently ranking among the top airports globally.
With a strategic location in the heart of Europe, it plays a pivotal role in the region's air transport network, making it a vital asset for both business and leisure travel. Its commitment to sustainability and innovation further solidifies its market position as a leader in the aviation sector.
25
DitchCarbon score
+7 vs industry average
Zurich Airport’s score of 25 is lower than 49% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very High
Air Transport is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
1.024
20182025
The Air Transport industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Zurich Airport's reported carbon emissions
Zurich Airport, based in Switzerland, reported estimated total Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions of approximately 5.27 billion kg CO2e for 2025. This includes about 23.84 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1.24 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 5.24 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Notably, Scope 3 emissions are primarily driven by the use of sold products, accounting for around 4.68 billion kg CO2e.
In 2024, the airport's estimated Scope 1 emissions were approximately 25.49 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were about 1.19 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalled roughly 4.99 billion kg CO2e.
Looking back, in 2023, Zurich Airport reported Scope 1 emissions of about 24.91 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1.29 million kg CO2e. For 2022, these figures were around 30.03 million kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 1.34 million kg CO2e for Scope 2. In 2021, Scope 1 emissions were roughly 32.88 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were about 3.00 million kg CO2e.
In 2020, Zurich Airport reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 26.28 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of about 1.21 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of roughly 1.66 billion kg CO2e. For 2019, Scope 1 emissions were around 26.22 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were about 1.63 million kg CO2e.
In 2018, the airport's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 25.14 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were about 1.66 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were roughly 4.11 billion kg CO2e. For 2017, Scope 1 emissions were about 27.92 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were roughly 1.67 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalled approximately 4.04 billion kg CO2e. In 2016, Scope 1 emissions were around 26.51 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were about 1.48 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were roughly 3.91 billion kg CO2e.
Zurich Airport has not publicly disclosed specific carbon reduction targets or commitments through initiatives like SBTi or The Climate Pledge. Their emissions data is directly reported by Flughafen Zürich AG.
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Zurich Airport’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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