Wizz Air Holdings
Wizz Air Holdings Plc, commonly known as Wizz Air, is a leading low-cost airline headquartered in Hungary (HU). Founded in 2003, the airline has rapidly expanded its operations across Europe and beyond, serving over 150 destinations in more than 40 countries. Wizz Air is renowned for its commitment to providing affordable air travel, with a focus on efficiency and customer satisfaction. The airline's core services include passenger flights and ancillary services, distinguished by its modern fleet and innovative approach to low-cost travel. Wizz Air has achieved significant milestones, including being one of the fastest-growing airlines in Europe, and has received numerous awards for its operational excellence. With a strong market position, Wizz Air continues to redefine air travel, making it accessible to millions of passengers each year.
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Wizz Air Holdings's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Wizz Air Holdings reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,194,402,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 4,811,337,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which primarily encompass direct emissions from their operations. Additionally, the airline recorded 1,381,602,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions, which cover indirect emissions from sources such as business travel and purchased goods and services. Scope 2 emissions were reported at 1,463,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Wizz Air's emissions have fluctuated, with 2020 seeing emissions of about 3,783,901,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1) and 5,566,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2). By 2021, these figures decreased to approximately 1,303,397,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1) and 2,951,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2). In 2022, emissions rose again to about 2,646,742,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 1,764,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 787,825,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). Wizz Air has made commitments to reduce its carbon footprint; however, recent reports indicate that their near-term reduction targets have been removed, and they are not currently committed to net-zero emissions. The airline's climate strategy appears to be evolving, with no long-term targets established as of now. As a major player in the air transportation sector, Wizz Air's emissions and climate commitments are critical in the context of the industry's overall impact on climate change. The company is headquartered in Hungary and continues to navigate its sustainability journey amidst growing environmental concerns.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,310,219,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Wizz Air Holdings is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
