- Significant operational disruptions due to air traffic control capacity issues at Copenhagen airport.
- Increased CO2 emissions (27%) year-on-year due to ramp-up of new destinations and routes.
- Increased competition in the Scandinavian market.
SAS AB
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, SAS AB disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 3.1K tCO2e. By scope: Scope 1: 3.1K tCO2e; Scope 2: 5.1 tCO2e. 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
3.1K tCO2e
2023
Waste
1.4K tons
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). | 3.1K tCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 5.1 tCO2e |
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 | 3.1K tCO2e |
| 2022 | 2.4M tonnes CO2 (Scope 1) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Consumed 6,049 tonnes of SAF during the year, almost double the volume compared to the previous year (3,083).
- Delivered eight new aircraft, boasting 15-30% lower fuel consumption.
- Reduced carbon emissions per passenger kilometer by 3% to 87.4 grams (from 90).
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- 25% lower total CO2 emissions compared with 2005 by 2025
📅 Medium-term
- Sustainable aviation fuel equivalent to SAS' domestic production by 2030
- 50% noise reduction compared with 2010 by 2030
- 100% sustainable materials in SAS' customer offering by 2030
- 100% recycling where possible by 2030
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero carbon emissions by 2050
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Reduce climate impactResponsible employerFinancial performanceFleet developmentSustainable aviation fuelEfficient flight operationWaste managementEmployee health & safetyDiversity and equalityLabor relationsAccident and safety managementMarket competitivenessInnovation & digitalizationBusiness ethics and anti-corruption