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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In 2023, Aer Lingus reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,252,397,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 420,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 585,369,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant increase in Scope 1 emissions compared to 2022, where they were about 1,862,883,000 kg CO2e. Scope 2 emissions (market-based) also saw a slight decrease from approximately 486,000 kg CO2e in 2022. Aer Lingus has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. However, they are actively monitoring and reporting their emissions across all three scopes, indicating a commitment to transparency in their environmental impact. The airline's carbon intensity per passenger is reported at 0.005 kg CO2e per passenger-kilometre, showcasing their efforts to measure and manage emissions effectively. Overall, while Aer Lingus has made strides in emissions reporting, further details on reduction initiatives and targets would enhance their climate commitment profile.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 2,324,157,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 4,406,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 3 | 594,701,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Aer Lingus 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.