China Aircraft Lease Sustainability Profile
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.
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China Aircraft Lease's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, China Aircraft Lease reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,426,496,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,301,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 100,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled approximately 7,425,094,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions include about 204,430 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. The company has set an ambitious target to reduce its CO2 intensity of the fleet by 60% (measured in grams of CO2 per available seat kilometre) by 2025, compared to 2021 levels. This commitment reflects a proactive approach to mitigating climate impact and aligns with industry standards for sustainability. In previous years, emissions data shows a gradual increase in total emissions, with 2022 reporting approximately 91,470 kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions, and 2021 showing about 118,320 kg CO2e in the same category. The company has not inherited emissions data from any parent organisation, indicating that its reported figures are independently sourced. China Aircraft Lease's climate commitments and reduction initiatives demonstrate a clear focus on sustainability and a strategic approach to reducing its carbon footprint in the aviation sector.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,140 | 0,000 | 0,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 65,610 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 106,660 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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China Aircraft Lease's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
China Aircraft Lease's Scope 3 emissions, which increased significantly last year and increased significantly since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with detailed category breakdown helping identify key emission sources across their value chain.
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China Aircraft Lease'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.
China Aircraft Lease 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.
