Finnair Publishes its First Sustainability Report Under CSRD, Doubling SAF Usage and Advancing Climate Goals

New Delhi, 6^thMarch 2025–Finnairhas released its first Sustainability Report in compliance with the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), the European Union’s new framework for standardized sustainability reporting. This milestone reinforces Finnair’s commitment to transparent and accountable environmental and social practices, providing a detailed overview of its sustainability efforts, including over 500 key performance indicators.

One of the most significant milestones in the past year was Finnair’s adoption of a newclimate target for 2033, aligned with theScience Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This commitment supports theParis Agreement’sgoal of limiting global warming to1.5°C. In addition, the airline made notable strides in its efforts to reduce emissions,doubling its Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) usagefrom2,266 tons to approximately 4,700 tons. While this currently accounts for only0.46%of total kerosene consumption, Finnair expects to increase the share of SAF to1.8% in 2024, reinforcing its long-term focus on sustainable aviation.

Beyond emissions reduction, Finnair has made significant progress in advancing circular economy initiatives. The airline successfullyreduced waste per passengerto213 grams, down from340 grams in 2021. This figure includes waste generated at itsHelsinki-Vantaa hub and on returning flights, reflecting the company’s ongoing efforts to minimize its environmental footprint.

On the social sustainability front, Finnair has taken active steps to assesshuman rights risks across its operations. The airline has also reinforced itsdiversity and inclusion efforts, introducing internal training programs and inclusive language guidelines. Additionally, Finnair further demonstrated its commitment to equality by partnering withHelsinki Prideas an official sponsor.

Recognizing that sustainability is a continuous effort rather than a one-time achievement, Finnair remains focused on several key areas for improvement. The airline is currentlyfinalizing its transition planto achieveclimate neutrality by 2050while continuing toexpand its investments in SAF. Additionally, improvingfuel efficiencyin flight operations remains a priority.

For more details please visitFinnair’s website.

About Finnair

Finnair is a network airline, specialising in connecting passenger and cargo traffic between Asia, the Middle East, North America and Europe. Finnair is the only airline with year-round direct flights to Lapland. Customers have chosen Finnair as the Best Airline in Northern Europe in the Skytrax Awards for 14 times in a row. Finnair is a member of the oneworld alliance. Finnair Plc’s shares are quoted on the Nasdaq Helsinki stock exchange.