Delta Air Lines
Delta Air Lines, Inc., commonly known as Delta, is a leading American airline headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Founded in 1924, Delta has grown to become one of the largest global carriers, serving over 300 destinations across six continents. The airline operates primarily in the commercial aviation industry, focusing on passenger and cargo transport. Delta's core services include scheduled air transportation, freight services, and a robust loyalty programme, SkyMiles, which enhances customer engagement. Notable for its extensive domestic and international network, Delta has consistently ranked among the top airlines for operational performance and customer satisfaction. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, Delta continues to set industry standards, making it a prominent player in the aviation sector.
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Delta Air Lines's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Delta Air Lines reported total carbon emissions of approximately 37,284,766,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 165,384,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 23,119,882,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions across its operations. Delta has set ambitious targets to achieve a 45% reduction in well-to-wake Scope 1 and 3 jet fuel greenhouse gas emissions per revenue tonne kilometre by 2035, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target has been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Additionally, Delta aims for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its operations and value chain by 2050, aligning with the United Nations Race to Zero campaign and industry standards set by Airlines for America (A4A) and the International Air Transport Association (IATA). The airline's emissions data shows a consistent focus on reducing its carbon footprint, with a notable reduction in Scope 1 emissions from 35,891,846,000 kg CO2e in 2023 to 37,284,766,000 kg CO2e in 2024. Delta's long-term strategy includes not only emissions reductions but also a commitment to transparency regarding its efforts to mitigate non-CO2e impacts of aviation. Overall, Delta Air Lines is actively working towards a sustainable future, with clear targets and a commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, demonstrating leadership in the airline industry's response to climate change.
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| Scope 1 | 41,945,222,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 420,418,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,808,637,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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