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AirTran Airways, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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AirTran Airways, Inc., a prominent player in the airline industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1993, the airline has established itself as a key provider of low-cost air travel, primarily serving major operational regions across the eastern and southern United States. Specialising in scheduled passenger services, AirTran is known for its commitment to customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. The airline offers a unique blend of affordable fares and a diverse range of destinations, making it a popular choice among budget-conscious travellers. With a focus on innovation and service excellence, AirTran Airways has achieved significant milestones, including a successful merger with Southwest Airlines, which has further solidified its market position. As a result, AirTran continues to be recognised for its contributions to the aviation sector, providing reliable and accessible air travel options.

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46

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.

18

Industry Benchmark

AirTran Airways, Inc.'s score of 46 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

77%

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AirTran Airways, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Southwest Airlines Co.

AirTran Airways, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for recent years. The company is a current subsidiary of Southwest Airlines Co., which may influence its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As of now, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges directly associated with AirTran Airways. However, emissions data and climate initiatives may be inherited from its parent company, Southwest Airlines Co., which is known for its sustainability efforts. Given the absence of specific emissions figures, it is important to note that AirTran Airways' climate commitments and performance may align with the broader strategies of Southwest Airlines Co., particularly in relation to their carbon reduction initiatives and industry standards. For a comprehensive understanding of AirTran Airways' environmental impact, stakeholders may need to refer to the emissions data and sustainability practices of Southwest Airlines Co., as this information is cascaded from the parent organisation.

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How Carbon Intensive is AirTran Airways, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. AirTran Airways, Inc.'s primary industry is Air Transport, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is AirTran Airways, Inc.'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 AirTran Airways, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

AirTran Airways, Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

AirTran Airways, Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 3% last year and increased significantly since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 55% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 18% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
18%
Purchased Goods and Services
4%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

AirTran Airways, Inc.'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.

AirTran Airways, Inc. 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
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