Aegean Airlines, the largest airline in Greece, is headquartered in Athens (GR) and primarily operates across Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa. Founded in 1987, the airline has achieved significant milestones, including becoming a member of the Star Alliance in 2010, which has enhanced its global connectivity. Specialising in passenger and cargo transport, Aegean Airlines is renowned for its exceptional service and commitment to quality. The airline offers a diverse range of flights, connecting major cities with a focus on both leisure and business travel. Its modern fleet and innovative approach to customer experience set it apart in the competitive aviation industry. With a strong market position, Aegean Airlines has consistently been recognised for its operational excellence and customer satisfaction, making it a preferred choice for travellers seeking reliable and efficient air travel in the region.
How does Aegean Airlines's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Aegean Airlines's score of 15 is lower than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Aegean Airlines reported approximately 3,345 kg CO2e in Scope 2 emissions, a notable increase from about 1,825 kg CO2e in 2023. The airline has not disclosed any Scope 1 or Scope 3 emissions data for these years. In 2022, Aegean Airlines reported significant Scope 1 emissions of approximately 1,131,438,000 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile combustion, alongside Scope 2 emissions of about 2,195,000 kg CO2e from purchased electricity. Aegean Airlines has set an ambitious target to reduce CO2 emissions per passenger seat by 20% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This commitment reflects the airline's dedication to improving its environmental performance and aligns with industry standards for climate action. The airline's carbon intensity for 2023 was approximately 0.079 kg CO2 per revenue passenger kilometre (RPK), indicating ongoing efforts to enhance operational efficiency. Overall, Aegean Airlines is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint, with a clear focus on Scope 2 emissions and a commitment to long-term sustainability goals.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 517,231,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 2,107,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Aegean Airlines has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

