Avis Budget
Avis Budget Group, Inc., headquartered in the United States, is a leading player in the car rental industry, renowned for its comprehensive range of mobility solutions. Founded in 1946, the company operates under well-known brands such as Avis, Budget, and Zipcar, serving customers across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. With a focus on both leisure and business travel, Avis Budget offers a diverse fleet of vehicles, including economy cars, luxury vehicles, and SUVs, catering to various customer needs. The company is distinguished by its commitment to innovation, exemplified by its user-friendly mobile app and flexible rental options. As a prominent entity in the car rental market, Avis Budget Group has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its electric vehicle offerings, positioning itself as a forward-thinking leader in sustainable transportation solutions.
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Avis Budget's score of 36 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Avis Budget's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Avis Budget reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,349,360,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 37,296,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 14,566,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their climate impact, with a significant portion of emissions stemming from mobile combustion in their rental fleet. In 2022, the company achieved a total of about 5,672,858,000 kg CO2e in emissions, indicating a gradual reduction from previous years. For instance, in 2021, emissions were approximately 6,081,769,000 kg CO2e, showcasing a downward trend in their Scope 1 and 2 emissions. Despite these figures, Avis Budget has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or similar frameworks. Their emissions data highlights the need for ongoing efforts to mitigate climate impact, particularly in the transportation sector, where they operate. The company continues to focus on improving fuel efficiency and reducing waste generated in operations, which are critical components of their overall climate strategy.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 6,827,371,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 45,043,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,270,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Avis Budget is not committed to any 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.
