Iag
International Airlines Group (IAG), headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading global airline holding company formed in 2011 through the merger of British Airways and Iberia. With a strong presence in Europe and significant operations across North America, South America, and Asia, IAG has established itself as a key player in the aviation industry. The group encompasses several well-known airlines, including British Airways, Iberia, Aer Lingus, and Vueling, each offering unique services tailored to diverse customer needs. IAG is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, positioning itself at the forefront of the industry. Notable achievements include a robust recovery strategy post-pandemic and a focus on expanding its low-cost carrier segment, ensuring a competitive edge in the ever-evolving travel market.
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Iag's score of 32 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Iag's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, International Consolidated Airlines Group (IAG) reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 25,670,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 12,400,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 6,530,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This data highlights the company's substantial carbon footprint across its operations. IAG has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. The company is a member of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and has committed to long-term reduction targets, although specific percentage reductions have not been disclosed. The commitment to net-zero reflects IAG's recognition of the urgent need to address climate change within the aviation sector. In previous years, IAG's emissions have shown variability, with 2022 emissions recorded at approximately 21,130,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 11,700,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 5,480,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This indicates a trend of high emissions, underscoring the challenges faced by the airline industry in reducing its carbon footprint. IAG's climate strategy includes initiatives to improve operational efficiency and invest in sustainable aviation fuels, which are critical for achieving its long-term emissions reduction goals. The company continues to engage with stakeholders to enhance transparency and accountability in its climate actions.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 29,990,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 40,700,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 8,790,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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