Aercap
Aercap Holdings N.V., commonly known as Aercap, is a leading global player in the aircraft leasing industry, headquartered in Ireland (IE). Founded in 1995, the company has established a strong presence in major operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Aercap focuses on the acquisition, management, and leasing of commercial aircraft, providing tailored solutions that meet the diverse needs of airlines worldwide. With a portfolio of over 1,300 aircraft, Aercap stands out for its extensive market knowledge and innovative financing solutions. The company has achieved significant milestones, including being one of the largest aircraft lessors globally, which underscores its robust market position. Aercap's commitment to sustainability and customer-centric services further enhances its reputation in the aviation sector.
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Aercap's score of 15 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Aercap's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Aercap reported total carbon emissions of approximately 44,412,228,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 3,951,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 166,000 kg CO2e. The majority of emissions, approximately 44,408,111,000 kg CO2e, fell under Scope 3, which includes indirect emissions from business travel and other activities. Aercap has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. However, they continue to monitor and report their emissions, reflecting a commitment to transparency in their environmental impact. The company operates within the aviation leasing sector, which is increasingly scrutinised for its carbon emissions, highlighting the importance of effective climate strategies in the industry.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 43,300,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Aercap 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.
