EasyJet Airline Company Limited, commonly known as EasyJet, is a leading low-cost airline headquartered in Luton, GB. Founded in 1995, EasyJet has grown to become one of Europe’s largest carriers, operating across major regions including the UK, continental Europe, and beyond. The airline is renowned for its budget-friendly fares and extensive network, offering over 1,000 routes to more than 30 countries. Specialising in point-to-point air travel, EasyJet distinguishes itself with a focus on customer convenience and operational efficiency. The airline's commitment to sustainability and innovation has positioned it as a frontrunner in the low-cost aviation sector. With a strong market presence and a reputation for reliability, EasyJet continues to achieve significant milestones, making air travel accessible to millions.
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In 2024, EasyJet reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 4,359,897,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 22,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 emissions in Great Britain. Globally, their emissions reached about 10,679,192,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 8,114,121,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 283,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at around 2,564,787,000 kg CO2e. EasyJet has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. They have established interim targets, including a 35% reduction in well-to-wake greenhouse gas emissions intensity related to jet fuel per Revenue Tonne Kilometre (RTK) by FY2035, using FY2019 as a baseline. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to ensure compliance with the goals of limiting global warming to well below 2°C. The company is actively working on reducing emissions across all scopes, with specific initiatives targeting both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. EasyJet's commitment to sustainability includes annual reductions in methane and nitrous oxide emissions as their overall emission intensity decreases in line with their SBTi-approved targets. Overall, EasyJet's proactive approach to managing carbon emissions reflects their dedication to environmental responsibility and their strategic alignment with global climate goals.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 4,247,159,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 976,000 | 000,000 | - | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 3 | 1,145,845,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 |
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