Chorus Aviation Inc., headquartered in Canada, is a prominent player in the aviation industry, specialising in regional aircraft operations and maintenance services. Founded in 2001, the company has established itself as a leader in providing innovative solutions for regional airlines, with a strong operational presence across North America and internationally. Chorus Aviation is renowned for its unique offerings, including the operation of regional aircraft under the Air Canada Express brand and comprehensive maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services. The company’s commitment to safety, efficiency, and customer service has positioned it favourably in the market, earning recognition for its operational excellence and reliability. With a focus on sustainable aviation practices, Chorus continues to adapt and thrive in an ever-evolving industry landscape.
How does Chorus Aviation'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.
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Chorus Aviation's score of 16 is lower than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Chorus Aviation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,417,279,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 946,243,000 kg CO2e from mobile combustion and 753,000 kg CO2e from stationary combustion. Scope 2 emissions, primarily from purchased electricity, accounted for approximately 1,590,000 kg CO2e. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions totalled around 1,466,937,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from business travel (about 1,779,000 kg CO2e) and fuel and energy-related activities (approximately 1,465,158,000 kg CO2e). In comparison, the previous year, 2022, saw total emissions of about 2,359,541,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of approximately 985,870,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of around 3,053,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2022 were about 1,369,720,000 kg CO2e, entirely from fuel and energy-related activities. Chorus Aviation has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments, nor do they participate in initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The emissions data is directly reported by Chorus Aviation Inc. without any cascading from a parent or related organization.
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| 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 985,870,000 | 000,000,000 | 
| Scope 2 | 3,053,000 | 0,000,000 | 
| Scope 3 | 1,369,720,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 
Chorus Aviation's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 7% last year and increased by approximately 7% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 61% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 100% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Chorus 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.
