- Challenging H7 settlement from the CAA requiring growth with 20% less revenue.
- Industrial action in April and May.
- Delays in SAF supply.
- High inflation, potential slowdowns in economic growth and pressure on consumer spending.
- Highest aviation taxes in Europe.
- Continued absence of VAT Free shopping and lack of competitive parity with EU airports.
- Climate change remains the most significant mid to long-term risk.
Heathrow Airport Holdings Limited
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Heathrow Airport Holdings Limited disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 18.77 million tonnes CO2e (2023). By scope: Scope 1: 32.1K tCO2e (2023); Scope 2: 0 tCO2e (2023); Scope 3: 18.7M tCO2e (2023). 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
18.77 million tonnes CO2e (2023)
2023
Waste
21.7K tons (2023)
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). | 32.1K tCO2e (2023) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 0 tCO2e (2023) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 18.7M tCO2e (2023) |
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 | 18.77 million tonnes CO2e (2023) |
| 2022 | 14.8M tCO2e/year |
| 2021 | 8.2M tCO2e |
| 2019 | 2.1M tCO2e (2018) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- 2023 emissions were 17.95 million tonnes carbon dioxide equivalent (‘MtCO2e’), 10% below 2019 levels.
- 2023 emissions were 0.82 million tonnes carbon dioxide equivalent (‘MtCO2e’), 22% below 2019 levels.
- First airport to achieve science-based validation from the SBTi for 2030 carbon reduction goals.
- World’s first commercial 100% SAF powered transatlantic flight departed Heathrow to New York in November.
- Total waste at the airport reduced to 21,686 tonnes, from 23,934 tonnes in 2019.
- Over 50% of Heathrow operated vehicles are now electric.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce NOx airside by 18% compared to 2019 by 2030.
- At least 45% passengers using public transport and no more than 57% colleague single occupancy vehicle trip mode share by 2026.
- By 2026 increase the number of people located within 1.5 hours of Heathrow by public transport by 25%, and within 3 hours by 12%.
📅 Medium-term
- Up to 15% cut in carbon compared to 2019 by 2030 (Net zero in the air).
- At least 45% cut in carbon compared to 2019 by 2030 (Net zero on the ground).
- 11% SAF by 2030.
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Net zero aviationGreat place to live and workResponsible business foundations