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China Aircraft Lease

China Aircraft Lease Group Holdings Limited (CALC), headquartered in Hong Kong, is a prominent player in the aircraft leasing industry. Founded in 2006, CALC has established itself as a leading lessor, primarily serving airlines across Asia and beyond. The company focuses on providing comprehensive aircraft leasing solutions, including operating leases and sale-leaseback transactions, which are tailored to meet the diverse needs of its clients. CALC's unique approach combines a deep understanding of the aviation market with a commitment to customer service, enabling it to maintain a strong market position. With a fleet that includes a variety of modern aircraft, CALC has achieved significant milestones, including strategic partnerships and a growing portfolio that enhances its competitive edge. As a trusted partner in the aviation sector, CALC continues to drive innovation and efficiency in aircraft leasing.

DitchCarbon Score

How does China Aircraft Lease's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

7

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.

8

Industry Benchmark

China Aircraft Lease's score of 7 is higher than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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China Aircraft Lease's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, China Aircraft Lease (CAL), headquartered in Hong Kong, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 202,940 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across Scope 1 (3,890 kg CO2e), Scope 2 (47,470 kg CO2e), and a significant Scope 3 contribution (202,940 kg CO2e). This marked an increase in Scope 3 emissions compared to previous years, indicating a growing impact from purchased goods and services. In 2022, CAL's total emissions were about 91,470 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 3,350 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 43,280 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions significantly lower at 91,470 kg CO2e. The trend shows a notable rise in emissions, particularly in Scope 3, which reflects the company's operational footprint. For 2021, CAL reported total emissions of approximately 53,320 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 3,930 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 43,820 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 5,320 kg CO2e. The data indicates a consistent focus on emissions reporting across all scopes. Despite the increasing emissions, CAL has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company continues to monitor its emissions, with a focus on transparency in its reporting practices. Overall, CAL's emissions data highlights the importance of addressing carbon footprints in the aviation leasing sector, particularly in the context of global climate commitments.

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Scope 1
3,140
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Scope 2
65,610
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Scope 3
20,190
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. China Aircraft Lease's primary industry is Air transport services (62), which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. China Aircraft Lease is headquartered in HK, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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China Aircraft Lease is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.

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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