SAS Cargo's main source of CO2 emissions stems from the transportation processes involved in delivering freight and mail. These emissions primarily arise from two key sources:
Jet Fuel Usage:
Jet fuel is a significant contributor to CO2 emissions when SAS Cargo transports freight and mail via air. The combustion of jet fuel during flights releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, contributing to the carbon footprint of air transportation.
Trucking Diesel:
Another notable source of CO2 emissions for SAS Cargo is the use of trucking diesel during ground transportation of freight. Whether it's local deliveries or transportation between airports and distribution centers, the combustion of diesel fuel in trucks emits CO2, adding to the company's carbon emissions profile.
SAS and SAS Cargo´s sustainability goals
2025 goals:
25% lower CO2 emissions compared with 2005 (absolute emissions)
2030 goals:
Sustainable aviation fuel equivalent to SAS domestic production (on average 18% the last 5 years)
50% noise reduction compared with 2010
100% sustainable materials in the SAS customer offering
100% recycling where possible
2050 goals:
Net zero carbon emissions in line with IATAs updated ambition.
You may find the goals and the plan/program to achieve them in our Sustainability Reports