Changi Airport Sustainability Profile
Changi Airport Group (CAG), headquartered in Singapore (SG), is a leading player in the global aviation industry, renowned for its exceptional airport management and operations. Founded in 2001, CAG oversees the operations of Changi Airport, which has consistently been recognised as one of the world's best airports, winning numerous awards for its customer service and innovative facilities. CAG's core business areas include airport management, commercial development, and the provision of ground handling services. The airport is distinguished by its unique offerings, such as the Jewel Changi Airport, which combines retail, dining, and entertainment in a stunning architectural setting. With a strategic focus on enhancing passenger experience, Changi Airport maintains a strong market position, serving millions of travellers annually and connecting Singapore to over 380 cities worldwide.
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Changi Airport's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Changi Airport reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,207,800,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3, each contributing the same amount. This marked an increase from 2023, when total emissions were about 966,000,000 kg CO2e. The airport's emissions have shown a consistent upward trend over the past few years, with 2022 emissions recorded at about 587,000,000 kg CO2e and 2021 at approximately 431,000,000 kg CO2e. Changi Airport's climate commitments include a long-term target to achieve net zero emissions by 2050, encompassing all scopes of emissions. This commitment aligns with global efforts to mitigate climate change impacts. The airport is actively working towards these goals, although specific near-term reduction targets have not been detailed in the available data. The emissions data is sourced from Changi Airport Group (Singapore) Pte. Ltd., with no cascaded data from a parent organization. The airport's ongoing initiatives reflect a commitment to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint in the aviation sector.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 650,488 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 161,971,512 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Changi Airport's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Changi Airport 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.
