Avis Budget
Avis Budget Group, Inc., headquartered in the United States, is a leading player in the car rental industry, renowned for its comprehensive range of mobility solutions. Founded in 1946, the company operates under well-known brands such as Avis, Budget, and Zipcar, serving customers across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. With a focus on both leisure and business travel, Avis Budget offers a diverse fleet of vehicles, including economy cars, luxury vehicles, and SUVs, catering to various customer needs. The company is distinguished by its commitment to innovation, exemplified by its user-friendly mobile app and flexible rental options. As a prominent entity in the car rental market, Avis Budget Group has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its electric vehicle offerings, positioning itself as a forward-thinking leader in sustainable transportation solutions.
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Avis Budget's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Avis Budget Group (ABG) reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 6,349,360,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 37,296,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 14,566,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions, which includes business travel and waste generated in operations. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting, covering all three scopes of emissions. ABG has set an ambitious target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 30% from a 2018 baseline by the year 2030. As of the end of 2022, the company achieved a 17% reduction in these emissions, demonstrating progress towards their goal. The reduction initiatives are part of a broader strategy to assess and manage climate-related risks and opportunities. The company continues to focus on improving its emissions intensity, with a reported Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions intensity of approximately 0.5322 kg CO2e per USD of revenue in 2023. This indicates a commitment to enhancing operational efficiency while reducing carbon output. Overall, Avis Budget's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to sustainability, aiming for significant reductions in their carbon footprint while maintaining transparency in their emissions data.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 6,827,371,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 45,043,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,270,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Avis Budget 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.
