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updated 25 days ago

Airasia Sustainability Profile

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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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12

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Air Transport 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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Airasia's score of 12 is lower than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Airasia's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, AirAsia reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,127,059 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 333,196 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 3,403,617 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions amounting to about 5,390,246 kg CO2e. The emissions data is derived from various regions, including Taiwan and Indonesia, with specific figures for each area. In the global context, AirAsia's emissions for 2023 included Scope 1 emissions of approximately 960,280,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of about 205,900 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 200,795,000 kg CO2e. Notably, business travel and employee commuting contributed to Scope 3 emissions, with figures of about 68,000 kg CO2e and 314,000 kg CO2e, respectively. Despite the substantial emissions reported, AirAsia has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The company has not disclosed any Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) reduction targets or other formal climate pledges. This lack of defined targets may reflect the broader industry context, where many airlines are under pressure to enhance sustainability practices and reduce their carbon footprints. Overall, AirAsia's emissions data highlights the significant environmental impact of its operations, while the absence of clear reduction commitments indicates an area for potential improvement in their sustainability strategy.

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202120222023
Scope 1
128,276,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
77,800
00,000
000,000
Scope 3
-
-
000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Airasia's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Airasia's primary industry is Air transport services (62), which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Airasia's Location?

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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 Airasia is in MY, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Airasia's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 17% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 100% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
100%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Airasia's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Airasia has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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

Compare Airasia's Emissions with Industry Peers

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Air transport services (62)
Updated 3 days ago

Norwegian Air Shuttle

NO
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Air transport services (62)
Updated 10 days ago

Thai Lion Mentari Co. Ltd

TH
•
Air transport services (62)
Updated 26 days ago

The Emirates Group

AE
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Air transport services (62)
Updated 3 days ago

Vietnam Airlines JSC

VN
•
Air transport services (62)
Updated 30 days ago

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