AGS Airports, a prominent player in the aviation sector, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates major airports in Aberdeen, Glasgow, and Southampton. Founded in 2014, the company has quickly established itself as a leader in airport management, focusing on enhancing passenger experience and operational efficiency. Specialising in airport operations, AGS Airports offers a range of services including terminal management, customer service, and infrastructure development. Their commitment to sustainability and innovation sets them apart in the industry, as they strive to reduce environmental impact while improving service quality. With a strong market position, AGS Airports has achieved notable milestones, including significant investments in airport facilities and technology. Their dedication to excellence has made them a trusted partner in the aviation industry, contributing to the growth and development of regional air travel in the UK.
How does Ags Airports'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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Ags Airports's score of 10 is lower than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, AGS Airports Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,137,000 kg CO2e in Great Britain. This figure includes 688,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, primarily from mobile combustion, and 2,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The majority of emissions, about 8,328,000 kg CO2e, were attributed to Scope 3 activities. Comparatively, in 2022, AGS Airports recorded total emissions of about 9,752,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 732,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 4,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for that year were approximately 8,563,000 kg CO2e. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed, AGS Airports is part of a corporate family that cascades data from AGS Airports Limited, which may influence its climate commitments. The organization is currently classified as a subsidiary, and its emissions data reflects a commitment to transparency in reporting. Overall, AGS Airports is actively monitoring its carbon footprint, with a focus on understanding and managing its emissions across all scopes, particularly in the context of the aviation industry's broader climate commitments.
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| 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,800,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 104,221,000 | 00,000,000 |
Ags Airports's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 57% last year and decreased by approximately 57% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Employee Commuting" being the largest emissions source at 64% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Ags Airports has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
