- Swift recovery of demand created operational challenges, leading to longer queuing times and flight delays.
- Inflation and rising energy prices.
- Staff shortages at European air traffic control agencies and strikes abroad exacerbated delays.
- Noise exposure exceeding permitted levels during shoulder periods and at night.
- Geopolitical uncertainties impacting air travel demand.
- Energy shortages.
- Potential for capacity restrictions due to safety considerations.
- Risks associated with international business ventures.
Flughafen Zürich AG
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Flughafen Zürich AG disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 24.0K tCO2e/year (Scope 1+2 Zurich Airport). By scope: Scope 1: 24.0K tCO2e/year (Zurich Airport); Scope 2: 21 tCO2e/year (Zurich Airport); Scope 3: 4.1M tCO2e/year (Zurich Airport). 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
24.0K tCO2e/year (Scope 1+2 Zurich Airport)
2023
Renewable Energy
Increased slightly for electricity at Zurich Airport; declined for fuels.
of total energy
Water Usage
762.6K m3/year (Zurich Airport)
2023
Waste
15.6K tons/year (Zurich Airport)
2023
Energy Use
173.3K MWh/year (Zurich Airport)
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). | 24.0K tCO2e/year (Zurich Airport) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 21 tCO2e/year (Zurich Airport) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 4.1M tCO2e/year (Zurich Airport) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced CO2e emissions (Scope 1+2) from 29,067 tonnes in 2022 to 24,014 tonnes in 2023 at Zurich Airport.
- Achieved 46.7% material recycling rate at Zurich Airport.
- Florianópolis, Vitória, and Macaé airports in Brazil exceeded the interim target of 70% waste recycling, achieving 78%.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce annual greenhouse gas emissions at Zurich Airport to 20,000 tonnes by 2030.
- Achieve climate neutrality by 2030 at Florianópolis, Vitória, and Macaé airports in Brazil.
🔭 Long-term
- Reduce greenhouse gas emissions (Scopes 1 and 2) to net zero by 2040 at all airports.
- Achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions at Noida Airport by 2030.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Regional contributionNoiseClimateOccupational and aviation safetyBusiness ethics