Emirates
Emirates, officially known as Emirates Airline, is a prominent player in the global aviation industry, headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (AE). Founded in 1985, the airline has rapidly expanded its operations across six continents, establishing a strong presence in key markets such as Europe, Asia, and North America. Renowned for its exceptional service and modern fleet, Emirates offers a range of products, including passenger and cargo services, with a focus on luxury and comfort. The airline's unique in-flight experience, featuring award-winning entertainment and gourmet dining, sets it apart from competitors. With numerous accolades, including being named the World's Best Airline multiple times, Emirates continues to solidify its position as a leader in the aviation sector, consistently pushing the boundaries of travel excellence.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Emirates's score of 2 is lower than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Emirates's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Emirates reported total carbon emissions of approximately 32,791,146,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 26,951,870,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 166,311,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 5,672,965,000 kg CO2e. The following year, 2024, emissions increased to approximately 40,037,215,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions rising to about 32,934,153,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 171,507,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at about 6,931,555,000 kg CO2e. Emirates has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. However, they continue to monitor and report their emissions across all scopes, indicating a commitment to transparency in their environmental impact. The airline industry is under increasing pressure to reduce carbon emissions, and Emirates is part of this broader context, striving to align with global climate goals.
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Add to project| 2012 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 19,447,345,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 766,417,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 148,981,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Emirates is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
