The Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK), headquartered in Hong Kong, is a leading entity in the aviation industry, responsible for the management and operation of Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA). Established in 1995, AAHK has played a pivotal role in transforming HKIA into one of the world's busiest and most efficient airports, serving millions of passengers annually. With a focus on airport management, development, and operations, AAHK is dedicated to enhancing the passenger experience and ensuring safety and security. The authority has achieved significant milestones, including the successful completion of the third runway project, which positions HKIA as a key global aviation hub. AAHK's commitment to innovation and sustainability sets it apart in the industry, making it a benchmark for airport authorities worldwide.
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Airport Authority Hong Kong's score of 17 is lower than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, the Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 110,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,180,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions (including mobile combustion, fugitive emissions, and stationary combustion) and 109,200,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (purchased electricity). This marks a significant increase in emissions compared to 2022, where total emissions were about 95,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,370,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 94,900,000 kg CO2e. AAHK has set an ambitious long-term target to achieve a 55% reduction in absolute emissions by 2035, using 2018 as the baseline year. This commitment reflects AAHK's dedication to sustainability and aligns with global climate action efforts. The authority is actively working towards this target, which encompasses all scopes of emissions. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that AAHK independently reports its carbon footprint and climate commitments. The authority's focus on reducing its greenhouse gas emissions is crucial for enhancing its environmental performance and contributing to broader climate goals.
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2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2018 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 12,020 | 00,000 | 0,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 163,960 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 320 | 000 | 000 | - | - | - |
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Airport Authority Hong Kong 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.