- Limitations in green fuel production and financing for necessary infrastructure risk the cruise and maritime sector from decarbonizing.
- Challenges in scaling green methanol production and distribution.
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 3.2M tCO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 3.2M tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 5.7K tCO2e/year (market-based) 4861 tCO2e/year (location-based); Scope 3: 2.7M tCO2e/year. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
3.2M tCO2e/year
2023
Renewable Energy
<0.01% of total energy use
of total energy
Water Usage
7.6 million m3/year
2023
Waste
69.1K tons/year (landfilled) 15941 tons/year (recycled) 47479 tons/year (donated)
2023
Energy Use
42.7M GJ/year
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 3.2M tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 5.7K tCO2e/year (market-based) 4861 tCO2e/year (location-based) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 2.7M tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 3.2M tCO2e/year |
| 2020 | 1.4M MTCO2e |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Achieved target to test biodiesel on 20% of fleet, with plans to expand to 40% for 2024
- ~89% of total freshwater consumption was produced on board
- ~80% of wastewater discharge was treated
- ~48% of total ship waste diverted from landfills
- 50% of fleet equipped with shore power technology (goal of 70% by end of 2025)
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce GHG intensity by 10% by 2026
- Equip 70% of fleet with shore power technology by 2025
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce GHG intensity by 25% by 2030
- 100% of chicken that meets GAP or similar standards by 2025
- 100% cage-free eggs by 2025
- 100% gestation crate-free pork by 2027
- 100% certified sustainable seafood by 2025
🔭 Long-term
- Pursue net zero GHG emissions by 2050
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Reducing Environmental ImpactSailing SafelyEmpowering PeopleStrengthening Our CommunitiesOperating with Integrity & Accountability