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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In 2022, AerCap, headquartered in Ireland (IE), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 38,403,833,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes 316,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which comprise 99,000 kg CO2e from mobile combustion and 217,000 kg CO2e from stationary combustion. Scope 2 emissions, primarily from purchased electricity, accounted for about 265,000 kg CO2e. Notably, Scope 3 emissions were significantly higher, totalling approximately 38,403,833,000 kg CO2e, with business travel contributing about 3,833,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2021, AerCap's emissions were approximately 22,101,206,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3, with Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions at 100,000 kg CO2e and 114,000 kg CO2e, respectively. This indicates a substantial increase in emissions, particularly in Scope 3, from 2021 to 2022. AerCap has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, nor does it appear to have cascaded data from any parent organization. The company is actively engaged in monitoring its emissions but has not set formal targets through initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Overall, AerCap's emissions profile highlights the significant impact of its operations, particularly in Scope 3 emissions, which are common in the aviation leasing sector. The company continues to assess its carbon footprint as part of its broader environmental strategy.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 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 |
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Aercap 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.
