- Pandemic-related disruptions impacting operations and employee wellbeing.
- Maintaining CDP score and reducing GHG emissions.
- Managing the complex interrelationship between air traffic and airspace efficiency.
- Addressing community concerns regarding aircraft noise.
NATS Holdings Limited
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2021-2022 reporting, NATS Holdings Limited disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 25.2K tonnes CO2e (location-based). By scope: Scope 1: 2.7K tonnes CO2e (location-based); Scope 2: 11.8K tonnes CO2e (location-based); Scope 3: 10.8K tonnes CO2e (categories 1 3 4 6 7). 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
25.2K tonnes CO2e (location-based)
2021-2022
Renewable Energy
Over 96% of total electricity consumed
of total energy
Water Usage
27.5K m3
2021-2022
Energy Use
66.5K MWh
2021-2022
📊 Emissions by Scope (2021-2022)
| 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). | 2.7K tonnes CO2e (location-based) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 11.8K tonnes CO2e (location-based) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 10.8K tonnes CO2e (categories 1 3 4 6 7) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced GHG emissions from running the business by 37% compared to the 2018/19 baseline, exceeding the target.
- Implemented Free Route Airspace (FRA) across Scotland, saving 10,500 tonnes of CO2 annually.
- Achieved an A- CDP rating for environmental stewardship.
- Validation of GHG emissions targets by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 41% by FY2026 (from FY2019 baseline).
- Reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions by 41% by FY2026 (from FY2019 baseline).
📅 Medium-term
- Increase annual sourcing of renewable electricity to 100% by 2030.
- Implement FRA across Southwest England and Wales in 2023.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeDiversity & InclusionEmployee WellbeingAirspace ModernizationSupply Chain ResponsibilityCommunity Engagement