Airasia
AirAsia Berhad, commonly known as AirAsia, is a leading low-cost airline headquartered in Malaysia. Founded in 1993, the airline has revolutionised air travel in Asia, offering affordable flights across major operational regions, including Southeast Asia, East Asia, and beyond. With a focus on budget-friendly travel, AirAsia provides a range of services, including domestic and international flights, as well as ancillary services like hotel bookings and car rentals. The airline is renowned for its innovative approach to cost management and customer service, making air travel accessible to millions. As a pioneer in the low-cost carrier segment, AirAsia has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for its service excellence and operational efficiency. Its commitment to affordability and quality has solidified its position as a market leader in the aviation industry.
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Airasia's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, AirAsia reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 960,280,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 205,900 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 200,795,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions globally. Notably, the airline's Scope 2 emissions in Indonesia were about 1,085,760 kg CO2e. In Taiwan, AirAsia's total emissions reached approximately 9,127,059 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 333,196 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 3,403,617 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 5,390,246 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, AirAsia has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. The company has not disclosed any Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) reduction targets or other formal climate pledges. The emissions data is sourced directly from AirAsia Berhad, with no cascaded data from a parent organisation. Overall, while AirAsia's emissions figures highlight the environmental impact of its operations, the absence of defined reduction strategies indicates a need for enhanced climate action within the airline's sustainability framework.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 128,276,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 77,800 | 00,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000 |
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Airasia 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.
