Air Canada
Air Canada, the flagship carrier of Canada, is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec. Established in 1937, it has grown to become one of the largest airlines in North America, serving over 220 destinations worldwide. The airline operates primarily in the passenger and cargo transport sectors, offering a range of services that include domestic and international flights, as well as premium travel options through its Air Canada Rouge and Air Canada Express brands. Renowned for its commitment to customer service and operational excellence, Air Canada has achieved numerous accolades, including recognition as a top airline in North America. Its extensive network and modern fleet, featuring state-of-the-art aircraft, set it apart in the competitive aviation industry. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, Air Canada continues to lead the way in enhancing the travel experience for its customers.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Air Canada's score of 21 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Air Canada's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Air Canada reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11,365,466,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 11,365,466,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 3,017,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 942,688,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The airline has shown a significant reduction in emissions intensity, achieving a Scope 1 and 2 emission factor of about 0.688. In previous years, Air Canada's emissions were as follows: in 2022, they emitted approximately 9,502,836,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 8,705,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 1,013,202,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3); in 2021, emissions were about 4,907,566,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 6,942,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 573,302,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3); and in 2020, the figures were approximately 5,027,090,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 9,415,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 577,807,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). Despite these figures, Air Canada has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The airline's ongoing efforts to reduce emissions reflect a broader industry trend towards sustainability, although specific reduction strategies remain unspecified.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 13,190,523,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 11,481,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,614,021,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Air Canada 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.
