Qantas Airways Limited, commonly known as Qantas, is Australia's flagship airline, headquartered in Sydney, New South Wales. Founded in 1920, Qantas has established itself as a leader in the aviation industry, offering both domestic and international flights across six continents. The airline is renowned for its commitment to safety, operational excellence, and customer service, making it a preferred choice for travellers worldwide.
Qantas operates a diverse range of services, including passenger flights, freight transport, and loyalty programs, with a focus on innovation and sustainability. Notable achievements include being the third oldest airline in the world and consistently ranking among the safest airlines globally. With a strong market position, Qantas continues to set industry standards while connecting Australia to the world.
+25 vs industry average
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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 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Qantas's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Qantas reported total carbon emissions of approximately 19.5 billion kg CO2e, comprising about 12.1 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1, approximately 58.1 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and around 7.3 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marked an increase from 2024, where total emissions were approximately 17.6 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 11.5 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 60.3 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 6.1 billion kg CO2e. In 2023, the total emissions were approximately 12.9 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 9.7 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 62.5 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 3.2 billion kg CO2e. Qantas has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 25% reduction in net emissions across all scopes from 2019 levels by 2030. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, reflecting the airline's commitment to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint. The company is actively working towards these goals, demonstrating a proactive approach to addressing climate change within the aviation industry.
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Qantas’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
25% reduction in Scope 2
25 per cent reduction in net emissions from 2019 levels by 2030.
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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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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