Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific Airways Limited, commonly known as Cathay Pacific, is a premier airline headquartered in Hong Kong (HK). Founded in 1946, the airline has established itself as a key player in the aviation industry, operating flights across Asia, Europe, North America, and beyond. Renowned for its exceptional service and commitment to quality, Cathay Pacific offers a range of products, including passenger and cargo services, with a focus on comfort and innovation. The airline has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a leading carrier in the competitive market. With a rich history marked by significant milestones, Cathay Pacific continues to enhance its offerings, ensuring a unique travel experience that sets it apart from competitors.
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Cathay Pacific's score of 25 is higher than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Cathay Pacific's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Cathay Pacific reported total carbon emissions of approximately 17,558,880,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 11,574,068,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 45,812,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 5,939,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The airline has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in net aviation CO2 emissions by 2050, relative to 2005 levels. Additionally, Cathay Pacific has pledged to achieve net zero carbon emissions across all scopes by 2050. These initiatives reflect the airline's commitment to sustainability and reducing its environmental impact, aligning with industry standards for climate action.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 18,405,994,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 74,741,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Cathay Pacific 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.
