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Royal Caribbean

Royal Caribbean Group, headquartered in the United States, is a leading player in the global cruise industry. Founded in 1968, the company has consistently set benchmarks for innovation and customer experience, with a fleet that includes renowned brands such as Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, and Silversea Cruises. Operating primarily in the Caribbean, Europe, and Asia, Royal Caribbean is celebrated for its state-of-the-art ships and diverse itineraries, offering unique experiences that range from thrilling onboard activities to immersive shore excursions. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of the world’s largest cruise ship, Symphony of the Seas, which exemplifies its commitment to excellence. With a strong market position, Royal Caribbean Group continues to redefine cruising, making it a preferred choice for travellers seeking adventure and luxury on the high seas.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Royal Caribbean's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

25

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Maritime 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.

9

Industry Benchmark

Royal Caribbean's score of 25 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Royal Caribbean's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Royal Caribbean reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11,379,448,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 5,375,318,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 10,219,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and 5,993,964,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a significant increase from 2022, where total emissions were about 4,989,942,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 4,979,842,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 10,167,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at 4,800,446,000 kg CO2e. Royal Caribbean has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 35% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2020, as part of a partnership with the World Wildlife Fund (WWF). This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions and was established in 2016. The company has disclosed emissions data across all relevant scopes, demonstrating transparency in its sustainability efforts. Overall, Royal Caribbean's emissions intensity has varied over the years, with a notable focus on reducing its carbon footprint in alignment with industry standards and climate commitments.

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Scope 1
4,465,268,000
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Scope 2
10,270,000
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Scope 3
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0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Royal Caribbean's primary industry is Sea and coastal water transportation services, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Royal Caribbean is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Royal Caribbean 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.

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

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