Cdb Aviation Sustainability Profile
Cdb Aviation, officially known as CDB Aviation Lease Finance DAC, is a prominent player in the global aviation leasing industry, headquartered in Ireland (IE). Founded in 2016, the company has rapidly established itself as a key provider of aircraft leasing solutions, primarily serving airlines and aviation operators across Europe, Asia, and North America. Specialising in the acquisition, management, and leasing of commercial aircraft, Cdb Aviation offers a diverse portfolio that includes both narrow-body and wide-body jets. Their unique approach combines deep industry expertise with a commitment to customer service, positioning them as a trusted partner in the aviation sector. With a growing fleet and strategic partnerships, Cdb Aviation continues to achieve significant milestones, reinforcing its status as a leading aircraft lessor in the competitive aviation market.
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Industry Benchmark
Cdb Aviation's score of 23 is higher than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Cdb Aviation's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, CDB Aviation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,426,496,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 7,425,094,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were reported at approximately 1,301,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled about 100,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects a substantial increase from 2022, when total emissions were approximately 5,505,188,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions at about 5,504,954,000 kg CO2e. CDB Aviation has set an ambitious target to reduce the CO2 intensity of its fleet by 60% (measured in grams of CO2 per Available Seat Kilometre) by 2025, compared to 2021 levels. This commitment is part of their broader climate strategy, which aims to enhance sustainability within the aviation sector. The emissions data for CDB Aviation is cascaded from its parent company, CDB Aviation Lease Finance DAC, which is part of the China Development Bank Financial Leasing Co., Ltd. This corporate relationship influences the overall emissions reporting and sustainability initiatives undertaken by CDB Aviation. Overall, CDB Aviation is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint while aligning with industry standards for climate action.
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| 2019 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 504,400 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 54,800 | 00,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 6,602,344,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Cdb Aviation'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.
Cdb Aviation 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.
