KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, commonly known as KLM, is a prominent player in the global aviation industry, headquartered in Amstelveen, Netherlands (NL). Founded in 1919, KLM is one of the oldest airlines in the world, with a rich history marked by significant milestones, including its merger with Air France in 2004, forming the Air France-KLM Group.
Operating across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas, KLM offers a comprehensive range of services, including passenger and cargo transport. The airline is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, exemplified by its efforts to reduce carbon emissions and enhance customer experience. With a strong market position, KLM consistently ranks among the top airlines for service quality and operational efficiency, making it a preferred choice for travellers worldwide.
+6 vs industry average
Klm’s score of 23 is higher than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Air Transport is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Air Transport industry has reduced its overall emissions by 32% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Klm's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5.9 billion kg CO2e, comprising 3.3 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions (primarily mobile combustion) and 2.6 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions (specifically upstream transportation and distribution). The airline has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. This long-term target is supported by a near-term goal of a 30% reduction in well-to-wake Scope 1 and 3 jet fuel greenhouse gas emissions per revenue tonne kilometre by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. KLM's targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aligning their efforts with the goals of the Paris Agreement. The company is actively working to reduce fuel consumption and carbon emissions, demonstrating a commitment to sustainable aviation practices.
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Klm’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
5 goals2030
12% reduction in Scope 1
KLM’s target has been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative to put its ambitions in line with the goals of the Paris Agreement.…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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