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British Airways

British Airways, officially known as British Airways plc, is a leading airline headquartered in the United Kingdom (GB). Established in 1974, it has grown to become one of the largest carriers in the world, operating a vast network across Europe, North America, Asia, and beyond. The airline is renowned for its premium services, including first-class and business-class offerings, which set it apart in the competitive aviation industry. With a focus on customer experience, British Airways provides a range of services, from short-haul flights to long-haul international travel, complemented by its loyalty programme, Avios. The airline has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a market leader in both passenger and cargo transport. British Airways continues to innovate and adapt, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of travellers globally.

DitchCarbon Score

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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.

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Industry Benchmark

British Airways's score of 8 is lower than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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British Airways's reported carbon emissions

British Airways, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not provide specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year. As a result, there are no absolute emissions figures available to report. However, the airline is actively engaged in various climate commitments aimed at reducing its environmental impact. While specific reduction targets and initiatives are not detailed, British Airways is part of the broader aviation industry's efforts to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. The airline is likely to focus on improving fuel efficiency, investing in sustainable aviation fuels, and exploring innovative technologies to mitigate its carbon footprint. As the industry evolves, British Airways is expected to align with global climate standards and contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, although specific metrics and targets remain unspecified at this time.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. British Airways's primary industry is Air transport services (62), which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 British Airways is in GB, 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.

British Airways 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
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