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Finnair Sustainability Profile

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Finnair, officially known as Finnair Plc, is a prominent airline headquartered in Vantaa, Finland (FI). Established in 1923, it has evolved into a key player in the aviation industry, primarily serving Europe and Asia. Finnair is renowned for its extensive network, offering both passenger and cargo services, with a focus on connecting the Nordic region to major global destinations. The airline's core offerings include scheduled flights, charter services, and a loyalty programme, all distinguished by their commitment to sustainability and customer experience. Notable achievements include being one of the first airlines to adopt a modern fleet, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing environmental impact. With a strong market position, Finnair continues to innovate, making it a preferred choice for travellers seeking quality and reliability in air travel.

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57

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Air Transport industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

17

Industry Benchmark

Finnair's score of 57 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Finnair's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Finnair reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4.34 billion kg CO2e, comprising 3.46 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1, about 4.86 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and approximately 882 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The total emissions for 2023 were approximately 4.02 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 3.18 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 7.19 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions around 826 million kg CO2e. Finnair has set ambitious climate commitments, including a target to reduce well-to-wake Scope 1 and 3 jet fuel greenhouse gas emissions by 34.5% per revenue tonne kilometre (RTK) by 2033, using 2023 as the base year. This target is validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aligns with the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius as per the Paris Agreement. Additionally, Finnair aims for a 100% reduction in ground greenhouse gas emissions at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport by 2030. The airline is also committed to halving its net emissions compared to 2019 levels by the end of 2025, reinforcing its dedication to sustainable aviation practices. Overall, Finnair's climate strategy reflects a proactive approach to addressing its carbon footprint while contributing to the broader goals of the aviation industry.

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201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
3,566,409,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 2
11,048,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
1,102,989,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Finnair's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Finnair's primary industry is Air Transport, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Finnair's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Finnair is in FI, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Finnair's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Finnair's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 7% last year and decreased by approximately 20% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 20% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 60% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
60%
Purchased Goods and Services
22%
Capital Goods
12%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
3%
Use of Sold Products
3%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Finnair'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.

Finnair has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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