Aercap
Aercap Holdings N.V., commonly known as Aercap, is a leading global player in the aircraft leasing industry, headquartered in Ireland (IE). Founded in 1995, the company has established a strong presence in major operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Aercap focuses on the acquisition, management, and leasing of commercial aircraft, providing tailored solutions that meet the diverse needs of airlines worldwide. With a portfolio of over 1,300 aircraft, Aercap stands out for its extensive market knowledge and innovative financing solutions. The company has achieved significant milestones, including being one of the largest aircraft lessors globally, which underscores its robust market position. Aercap's commitment to sustainability and customer-centric services further enhances its reputation in the aviation sector.
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Aercap's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Aercap reported total carbon emissions of approximately 44,412,228,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 44,408,111,000 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed Scope 1 emissions of about 3,951,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 166,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Aercap's emissions have shown variability, with Scope 3 emissions peaking at approximately 43,300,000,000 kg CO2e in 2015 and gradually decreasing to about 35,003,952,000 kg CO2e in 2019. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. Aercap's emissions intensity, measured in grams of CO2 per seat per kilometre, has been reported consistently, with a value of approximately 0.0845 gCO2 per seat/km in recent years. This metric reflects the company's ongoing efforts to monitor and manage its carbon footprint in the aviation leasing sector. Overall, while Aercap has made strides in tracking its emissions, the absence of formal reduction targets suggests an opportunity for enhanced climate action and commitment to sustainability in the aviation industry.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 43,300,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Aercap is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
