Frankfurt Airport
Frankfurt Airport, officially known as Flughafen Frankfurt am Main, is a premier international airport located in Frankfurt, Germany. Established in 1936, it has evolved into one of the world's busiest airports, serving as a major hub for both passenger and cargo traffic. The airport's strategic location in the heart of Europe facilitates connections to over 300 destinations across more than 100 countries. As a key player in the aviation industry, Frankfurt Airport offers a wide range of services, including passenger terminals, cargo handling, and ground services. Its unique blend of efficiency and customer-focused amenities sets it apart from competitors. Notably, it has received accolades for its operational excellence and sustainability initiatives, reinforcing its position as a leader in the global air transport sector.
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Frankfurt Airport's score of 8 is lower than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Frankfurt Airport's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Frankfurt Airport reported a total carbon emissions figure of approximately 1,745,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across Scope 1, 2, and 3. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions accounted for about 37,000,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were approximately 133,000,000 kg CO2e. The majority of emissions, around 1,575,000,000 kg CO2e, fell under Scope 3, which includes indirect emissions from the airport's value chain. The airport's emissions data shows a trend of decreasing climate intensity in relation to traffic volume, with Scope 2 emissions per traffic unit reported at 1.26 kg CO2e in 2022, down from 1.94 kg CO2e in 2021 and 2.83 kg CO2e in 2020. This indicates a commitment to improving operational efficiency and reducing carbon output relative to service delivery. Despite these figures, Frankfurt Airport has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests that while the airport is tracking emissions, it may not yet have formalised commitments to specific reduction goals. Overall, Frankfurt Airport's emissions profile reflects significant operational emissions, particularly in Scope 3, and highlights the need for ongoing efforts to enhance sustainability and reduce carbon footprints in alignment with global climate commitments.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2018 | 2019 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 38,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Frankfurt Airport 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.
