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Air Lease Corporation

Air Lease Corporation (ALC), a prominent player in the global aviation industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2010, ALC has rapidly established itself as a leading aircraft leasing company, specialising in the acquisition and leasing of commercial jetliners to airlines worldwide. With a strong operational presence across North America, Europe, and Asia, ALC offers a diverse portfolio of modern aircraft, including both narrow-body and wide-body jets. The company is recognised for its innovative leasing solutions and commitment to customer service, which set it apart in a competitive market. Notable achievements include a robust fleet of over 300 aircraft and strategic partnerships with major airlines, reinforcing its position as a trusted provider in the aviation sector. Air Lease Corporation continues to shape the future of aircraft leasing with its focus on sustainability and technological advancement.

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35

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Financial Intermediation industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

26

Industry Benchmark

Air Lease Corporation's score of 35 is higher than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Air Lease Corporation's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Air Lease Corporation reported total emissions of approximately 5,854,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 5,599,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 255,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This marks an increase from 2022, where total emissions were about 5,247,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 4,967,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 280,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. However, it is essential to note that the aviation leasing industry is under increasing pressure to address carbon emissions and enhance sustainability practices. Air Lease Corporation's commitment to transparency in emissions reporting reflects an awareness of these industry trends, although specific reduction strategies have not been outlined. Overall, Air Lease Corporation's emissions data highlights the ongoing challenges in managing carbon footprints within the aviation sector, as the company continues to navigate its environmental responsibilities.

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Scope 1
4,438,000
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Scope 2
239,000
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Air Lease Corporation's primary industry is Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Air Lease Corporation is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Air Lease Corporation 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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