Zurich Airport
Zurich Airport, officially known as Flughafen Zürich AG, is a premier international airport located in Zurich, Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1945, it has evolved into a vital hub for both passenger and cargo traffic, serving as a gateway to Europe and beyond. The airport's strategic location in the heart of Switzerland enhances its operational significance, catering to millions of travellers annually. As a key player in the aviation industry, Zurich Airport offers a range of services, including passenger handling, cargo operations, and retail management. Its commitment to sustainability and innovation sets it apart, with notable achievements in environmental management and customer service excellence. Recognised as one of the best airports in Europe, Zurich Airport continues to strengthen its market position through ongoing development and investment in state-of-the-art facilities.
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Zurich Airport's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Zurich Airport reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,636,736,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 23,843,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 19,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 4,613,874,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The combined total for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions was about 23,861,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2023, the airport's emissions were approximately 4,153,941,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 23,992,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 21,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a significant increase in emissions, particularly in Scope 3, which rose by about 463,600,000 kg CO2e from the previous year. Zurich Airport has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. The emissions data is sourced directly from Flughafen Zürich AG, with no cascading from a parent or related organization. The airport's commitment to addressing climate change is evident, but further details on specific reduction strategies or pledges are currently unavailable.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 26,505,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,484,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,912,402,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Zurich Airport 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.
