Azul
Azul S.A., commonly known as Azul, is a prominent Brazilian airline headquartered in Barueri, São Paulo. Founded in 2008, Azul has rapidly established itself as a key player in the aviation industry, primarily serving domestic and international routes across Brazil and select destinations in the Americas. The airline is renowned for its extensive network, offering unique services such as the "Azul Conecta" programme, which connects smaller cities to major hubs. With a fleet that includes modern aircraft designed for efficiency and passenger comfort, Azul stands out for its commitment to customer service and innovative travel solutions. As one of Brazil's largest airlines, Azul has achieved significant milestones, including being the first airline in the country to operate the Embraer E195-E2, reinforcing its position as a leader in the market.
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Azul's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Azul Linhas Aéreas reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 3,300,728,830 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 1,118,351,820 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This reflects a notable increase from 2022, where emissions were approximately 3,089,851,260 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 871,376,510 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The airline has committed to ambitious climate targets, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2045. Azul's near-term targets include a 46% reduction in well-to-wake Scope 1 and 3 jet fuel greenhouse gas emissions per revenue tonne kilometre (RTK) by 2030, using 2019 as a baseline. Additionally, the airline aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% by 2045. These commitments align with industry standards for climate action, demonstrating Azul's proactive approach to mitigating its environmental impact while addressing the challenges of the aviation sector. The airline's headquarters is located in Brazil, where it continues to develop strategies to enhance sustainability and reduce its carbon footprint.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,958,328,180 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 379,110 | 000,000 | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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