Aer Lingus
Aer Lingus, officially known as Aer Lingus Limited, is a prominent airline headquartered in Dublin, Ireland (IE). Established in 1936, it has grown to become a key player in the aviation industry, primarily serving transatlantic and European routes. The airline is renowned for its exceptional customer service and commitment to providing a unique travel experience, offering a range of services including short-haul and long-haul flights. With a fleet that features modern aircraft, Aer Lingus stands out for its direct flights to major cities in North America and Europe, making it a preferred choice for both leisure and business travellers. The airline has achieved significant milestones, including its membership in the International Airlines Group (IAG), which has bolstered its market position. Aer Lingus continues to innovate, ensuring it remains a competitive force in the airline industry.
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Aer Lingus's score of 15 is lower than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Aer Lingus's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Aer Lingus reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,252,397,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes emissions from various scopes: Scope 1 emissions were about 2,252,397,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) were approximately 420,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalled around 585,369,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Aer Lingus has seen fluctuations in its emissions. For instance, in 2022, the total emissions were about 1,864,883,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 1,862,883,000 kg CO2e. The airline's emissions peaked in 2021 at around 1,706,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, while Scope 2 emissions were about 1,913,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed by Aer Lingus. The airline operates within a challenging industry context, where aviation is under increasing scrutiny for its environmental impact. As such, Aer Lingus's commitment to addressing its carbon footprint remains crucial for aligning with global climate goals.
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Add to project| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 28,760 | 00,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 61,900,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 7,880 | 0,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Aer Lingus 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.
