Deutsche Lufthansa AG is a leading German aviation group and parent company of the Lufthansa Group, operating as one of Europe's largest airline conglomerates. Established with roots tracing back to 1... Deutsche Lufthansa AG is a leading German aviation group and parent company of the Lufthansa Group, operating as one of Europe's largest airline conglomerates. Established with roots tracing back to 1926 and re-founded in 1953, it specializes in passenger air transport, which constitutes over two-thirds of its revenue, alongside logistics, maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), catering, and IT services. The group manages a diverse portfolio of wholly-owned and majority-owned subsidiaries, including flag carriers like Lufthansa German Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, and a 41% stake in ITA Airways, as well as low-cost carriers under Eurowings and cargo operations via Lufthansa Cargo. Headquartered in Cologne with primary hubs at Frankfurt and Munich airports, Deutsche Lufthansa AG serves a global network, emphasizing punctual connections, premium passenger services, and sustainability initiatives such as CO2 offsetting through its Compensaid platform and goals for net-zero emissions by 2050. It plays a pivotal role in the aviation sector as a founding member of Star Alliance, facilitating extensive international connectivity and influencing European air travel dynamics through strategic acquisitions and operational innovations.
In 2025, Deutsche Lufthansa was subject to the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)'s requirements, which mandated the company to publish EU Taxonomy disclosures.
The company reported the eligibility and alignment of Turnover, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) and Operating Expenditure (OPEX) with the EU Taxonomy, helping assess the extent to which its business activities align with Europe's environmental sustainability goals.
Deutsche Lufthansa has also provided an activity-level breakdown of its EU Taxonomy disclosures. This granular reporting enhances transparency around which economic activities of Deutsche Lufthansa are considered environmentally sustainable and contribute to at least one of the six environmental objectives defined under the EU Taxonomy framework.
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3.21 CCM - Manufacturing of aircraft
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6.19 CCM - Passenger and freight air transport
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a. Deutsche Lufthansa's Annual Report 2025
b. Deutsche Lufthansa's Annual Report 2024
c. Deutsche Lufthansa's Annual Report 2023
d. Deutsche Lufthansa's Annual Report 2022
Insights into Deutsche Lufthansa's Revenues from Sustainable Activities
In 2025, Deutsche Lufthansa reported EU Taxonomy-eligible revenues of EUR 38.41 billion, representing 97% of its total turnover. Of this amount, EUR 7.57 billion of Deutsche Lufthansa's revenues was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 19% of the revenue-generating activities undertaken by the company substantially contribute to one or more of the six environmental objectives, meet the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) criteria, and comply with the Minimum Social Safeguards (MSS).a
How much of Deutsche Lufthansa's revenue is eligible under the EU Taxonomy?
In 2025, Deutsche Lufthansa reported that EUR 38.41 billion of its revenue was eligible under the EU Taxonomy, representing 97% of the company's total turnover. Of this amount, EUR 7.57 billion (19% of total revenue) was classified as Taxonomy-aligned. This means that 78% of Deutsche Lufthansa's revenue is eligible but not aligned, indicating that these activities did not meet the technical screening criteria, failed to comply with the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) requirements, or lacked evidence of meeting the Minimum Safeguards.a
How much of Deutsche Lufthansa's eligible revenue is aligned with the EU Taxonomy?
In 2025, Deutsche Lufthansa reported that EUR 7.57 billion of its revenue was aligned under the EU Taxonomy, representing 19% of its total turnover.a
This moderate level of alignment indicates that Deutsche Lufthansa has begun shifting toward more sustainable operations but still has considerable room to enhance its green offerings.
Deutsche Lufthansa's Eligibility & Alignment Overview
Deutsche Lufthansa's Contribution to Environmental Objectives
Total Taxonomy Aligned Turnover
How is Deutsche Lufthansa's taxonomy-aligned revenue distributed across the EU environmental objectives?
In 2025, Deutsche Lufthansa reported that its taxonomy-aligned revenue was distributed across the following EU environmental objectivesa:
Climate Change Mitigation: 19%
Climate Change Adaptation: 0%
Sustainable Use and Protection of Water and Marine Resources: 0%
Transition to a Circular Economy: 0%
Pollution Prevention and Control: 0%
Protection and restoration of biodiversity and ecosystems: 0%
How much revenue does Deutsche Lufthansa earn from selling climate-related solutions ?
In 2025, Deutsche Lufthansa reported that EUR 7.52 billion of its total revenue was associated with activities contributing to the EU taxonomy climate-related objectives (Climate Change Mitigation and Climate Change Adaptation). This accounted for 19% of the company's total revenue,indicating that Deutsche Lufthansahas a moderate focuson solutions that support climate action through its commercial activities.a
Insights into Deutsche Lufthansa's CAPEX from Sustainable Activities
In 2025, Deutsche Lufthansa reported EU Taxonomy-eligible CAPEX of EUR 5.13 billion,representing 94% of its total CAPEX. Of this amount, EUR 3.76 billion of Deutsche Lufthansa's CAPEX was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 69% of the company's investments were directed toward economic activities that substantially contribute to one or more of the six environmental objectives, meet the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) criteria, and comply with the Minimum Social Safeguards (MSS).a
How much of Deutsche Lufthansa's capital expenditure (CAPEX) is eligible under the EU Taxonomy?
In 2025, Deutsche Lufthansa reported that EUR 5.13 billion of its capital expenditure (CAPEX) was eligible under the EU Taxonomy, representing 94% of the company's total CAPEX. Of this amount, EUR 3.76 billion (69% of total CAPEX) was classified as Taxonomy-aligned. This means that 25% of Deutsche Lufthansa's CAPEX is eligible but not aligned, indicating that these investments either did not meet the technical screening criteria, failed to comply with the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) requirements, or lacked evidence of meeting the Minimum Safeguards (MSS).a
How much of Deutsche Lufthansa's eligible CAPEX is aligned with the EU Taxonomy?
In 2025, Deutsche Lufthansa reported that EUR 3.76 billion of its CAPEX was aligned under the EU Taxonomy, representing 69% of its total capital investment.a
This strong alignment suggests that Deutsche Lufthansa is directing a significant portion of its capital investments toward environmentally sustainable assets or activities, reinforcing a strategic focus on long-term sustainability.
Deutsche Lufthansa's Eligibility & Alignment Overview
Deutsche Lufthansa's Contribution to Environmental Objectives
Total Taxonomy Aligned Capex
How is Deutsche Lufthansa's taxonomy-aligned CAPEX distributed across the EU environmental objectives?
In 2025, Deutsche Lufthansa reported that its taxonomy-aligned capital expenditure (CAPEX) was distributed across the following EU environmental objectivesa:
Climate Change Mitigation: 69%
Climate Change Adaptation: 0%
Sustainable Use and Protection of Water and Marine Resources: 0%
Transition to a Circular Economy: 0%
Pollution Prevention and Control: 0%
Protection and restoration of biodiversity and ecosystems: 0%
How much Deutsche Lufthansa is investing in climate-related solutions?
In 2025, Deutsche Lufthansa allocated EUR 3.76 billion of its CAPEX to activities contributing to the EU Taxonomy's climate-related objectives (Climate Change Mitigation and Climate Change Adaptation). This represented 69% of the company's total capital expenditure,indicating that Deutsche Lufthansais prioritizing climate-focused investments as a central part of its overall capital strategy.a
Insights into Deutsche Lufthansa's OPEX from Sustainable Activities
In 2025, Deutsche Lufthansa reported EU Taxonomy-eligible OPEX of EUR 3.85 billion,representing 99% of its total operating expenses (OPEX). Of this amount, EUR 1.29 billion of Deutsche Lufthansa's OPEX was classified as EU Taxonomy-aligned, indicating that 33% of the company's operating expenses were directed toward economic activities that substantially contribute to one or more of the six environmental objectives, meet the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) criteria, and comply with the Minimum Social Safeguards (MSS).a
How much of Deutsche Lufthansa's operational expenditure (OPEX) is eligible under the EU Taxonomy?
In 2025, Deutsche Lufthansa reported that EUR 3.85 billion of its operational expenditure (OPEX) was eligible under the EU Taxonomy, representing 99% of the company's total OPEX. Of this amount, EUR 1.29 billion (33% of total OPEX) was classified as Taxonomy-aligned. This means that 66% of Deutsche Lufthansa's OPEX is eligible but not aligned, indicating that these expenditures either did not meet the technical screening criteria, failed to comply with the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) requirements, or lacked evidence of meeting the Minimum Safeguards (MSS).a
How much of Deutsche Lufthansa's eligible OPEX is aligned with the EU Taxonomy?
In 2025, Deutsche Lufthansa reported that EUR 1.29 billion of its OPEX was aligned under the EU Taxonomy, representing 33% of its total operational expenditure.a
This moderate level of alignment indicates that Deutsche Lufthansa is beginning to shift operational priorities toward greener practices, with room for deeper integration.
Deutsche Lufthansa's Eligibility & Alignment Overview
Deutsche Lufthansa's Contribution to Environmental Objectives
Total Taxonomy Aligned Opex
How is Deutsche Lufthansa's taxonomy-aligned OPEX distributed across the EU environmental objectives?
In 2025, Deutsche Lufthansa reported that its taxonomy-aligned operational expenditure (OPEX) was distributed across the following EU environmental objectivesa:
Climate Change Mitigation: 33%
Climate Change Adaptation: 0%
Sustainable Use and Protection of Water and Marine Resources: 0%
Transition to a Circular Economy: 0%
Pollution Prevention and Control: 0%
Protection and restoration of biodiversity and ecosystems: 0%
How much of Deutsche Lufthansa's operational budget supports climate-related solutions?
In 2025, Deutsche Lufthansa allocated EUR 1.28 billion of its OPEX to activities contributing to the EU Taxonomy's climate-related objectives (Climate Change Mitigation and Climate Change Adaptation). This represented 33% of the company's total OPEX,indicating that Deutsche Lufthansais moderately integrating climate considerations into its ongoing operations, with potential to scale up climate-aligned spending.a
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