Airbus, officially known as Airbus S.A.S., is a leading player in the machinery and equipment sector, specifically within the category of machinery and equipment n.e.c. (29). Headquartered in the Netherlands, the company operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia, solidifying its presence in the global aerospace market. Founded in 1970, Airbus has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of the A380, the world's largest passenger airliner.
The company is renowned for its innovative aircraft, helicopters, and space systems, which are distinguished by their cutting-edge technology and commitment to sustainability. With a strong market position, Airbus consistently ranks among the top manufacturers in the aerospace industry, celebrated for its advancements in fuel efficiency and passenger comfort.
+39 vs industry average
Airbus’s score of 66 is higher than 78% 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
Machinery and Equipment has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Machinery and Equipment industry has reduced its overall emissions by 37% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
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Airbus's reported carbon emissions
Airbus, headquartered in the Netherlands and operating within the machinery and equipment sector, has reported significant greenhouse gas emissions. In 2025, the company's total emissions amounted to approximately 493.3 billion kg CO2e, comprising 480 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, and approximately 1.28 billion kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined (market-based). Scope 3 emissions, particularly from the use of sold products, were a major contributor, estimated at around 492.7 billion kg CO2e. For 2024, total emissions were approximately 475.3 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 462 million kg CO2e and Scope 1 and 2 combined at around 615 million kg CO2e (market-based). Scope 3 emissions for 2024 were approximately 474.7 billion kg CO2e.
Airbus is committed to substantial emissions reductions. The company aims to reduce its direct (Scope 1) and indirect (Scope 2) greenhouse gas emissions by 63% by 2030, using 2015 as a baseline year. This target is validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aligns with a 1.5°C scenario. Additionally, Airbus is working towards reducing Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 46% per revenue passenger kilometre (RPK) by 2035, also from a 2015 baseline. The company also has a near-term commitment to neutralise all residual emissions annually by 2030, which was projected to be around 400,000 tonnes (400 million kg) of CO2e in that year.
Further commitments include the aviation industry's roadmap towards carbon-neutral emissions by 2050, which Airbus supports. The company is actively pursuing initiatives such as the development of zero-emission commercial aircraft ("ZEROe") powered by hydrogen, with a target to bring the first to market by mid-next decade, and has revealed three concepts for such aircraft. Airbus is also investing in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and has already certified its commercial aircraft and helicopters to fly with up to a 50% SAF blend, with an ambition to certify 100% SAF use by 2030. The company has also set targets for reducing energy consumption and waste at its sites, and fostering circularity.
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Airbus’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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63% reduction in Scope 2
Airbus commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 63% by 2030 from a 2015 base year* **. Airbus also commits to reduce scope 3 G…
2030
63% reduction in Scope 1
Airbus commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 63% by 2030 from a 2015 base year* **. Airbus also commits to reduce scope 3 G…
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