IndiGo, officially known as InterGlobe Aviation Ltd., is a leading low-cost airline headquartered in Gurugram, India. Founded in 2006, IndiGo has rapidly expanded its operations across major regions in India and internationally, establishing itself as a dominant player in the aviation industry. The airline is renowned for its efficient service, punctuality, and a fleet primarily consisting of Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft, which are known for their fuel efficiency and reliability. IndiGo's unique approach to low-cost travel, combined with a focus on customer satisfaction, has earned it a significant market share and numerous accolades, including recognition for operational excellence. With a commitment to providing affordable air travel, IndiGo continues to redefine the flying experience, making it a preferred choice for millions of passengers.
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Indigo's score of 5 is lower than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Indigo reported total carbon emissions of approximately 8,423,470,000 kg CO2e, comprising 6,789,520,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 4,445,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The airline has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. In 2022, Indigo's emissions were about 4,314,693,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 1,844,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The data indicates a trend of increasing emissions over the years, with 2021 figures at approximately 4,675,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1) and 8,522,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2) globally. Indigo's emissions profile also includes significant Scope 3 emissions, which were reported at approximately 107,775,000 kg CO2e in 2021. This highlights the importance of addressing indirect emissions in their overall climate strategy. While Indigo has not set specific reduction targets or made climate pledges, the airline operates in an industry increasingly focused on sustainability and carbon reduction. As such, it is essential for Indigo to develop and communicate clear climate commitments to align with global efforts to mitigate climate change.
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2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 2,939,674,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 2,600,150 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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Indigo 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.