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American Airlines, a leading name in the air transport services industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1930, the airline has grown to become one of the largest carriers globally, with a significant presence in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia.
Specialising in passenger and cargo transport, American Airlines offers a diverse range of services, including domestic and international flights, loyalty programmes, and premium travel options. Its extensive fleet and commitment to customer service set it apart in a competitive market.
With numerous accolades, including being a founding member of the Oneworld alliance, American Airlines continues to maintain a strong market position, consistently striving for innovation and excellence in air travel.
+34 vs industry average
American Airlines’s score of 52 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Air Transport is among the most carbon-intensive industries
The Air Transport industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
American Airlines, an air transport services company headquartered in the US, reported total emissions of approximately 55.2 billion kg CO2e in 2024. This figure includes about 39.9 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1, 128.2 million kg CO2e (market-based) from Scope 2, and 15.1 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
In 2023, the airline's total emissions were approximately 51.9 billion kg CO2e, comprising about 37.5 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1, 126 million kg CO2e (market-based) from Scope 2, and 14.3 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3.
American Airlines is committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2050. The company has a Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi)-validated target to reduce its GHG emissions intensity by 45% by 2035, against a 2019 baseline. Additionally, American Airlines aims to reduce its absolute Scope 2 emissions by 40% by 2035, also from a 2019 baseline. The targets covering Scope 1 and 2 emissions are consistent with reductions required to keep warming to well below 2°C. American Airlines is also a founding member of the oneworld alliance, which set a goal to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 in 2020.
2035
40% reduction in Scope 2
2035
40% reduction in Scope 2
American Airlines Group Inc. commits to reduce well-to-wake GHG emissions related to jet fuel 45% per revenue ton kilometer from owned and s…
2035
40% reduction in Scope 1
American Airlines Group Inc. commits to reduce well-to-wake GHG emissions related to jet fuel 45% per revenue ton kilometer from owned and s…
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