El Al
El Al Israel Airlines, commonly known as El Al, is the flagship carrier of Israel, headquartered in Tel Aviv, IL. Established in 1948, El Al has grown to become a prominent player in the aviation industry, primarily focusing on passenger and cargo transport. The airline operates a vast network of routes across Europe, North America, and Asia, connecting Israel to major global destinations. El Al is renowned for its commitment to safety and security, offering unique services such as kosher meals and a range of in-flight entertainment options tailored to diverse passenger needs. With a strong market position, El Al has achieved notable milestones, including the introduction of innovative technologies and sustainable practices in its operations. As a leader in the Israeli aviation sector, El Al continues to enhance its offerings while maintaining a focus on customer satisfaction and operational excellence.
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El Al's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, El Al's total carbon emissions amounted to approximately 6,000,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,906,805,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 8,232,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 3,462,349,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a significant increase in emissions compared to 2022, where total emissions were about 2,063,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,563,915,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 8,644,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 543,829,000 kg CO2e. El Al has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for Net Zero emissions by 2030 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This commitment aligns with their Airport Carbon Accreditation Level 4+ Transition certification, which includes a plan to reduce emissions by 97% compared to 2010 levels by 2030. The airline is actively engaging with other operators to address Scope 3 emissions as part of its broader sustainability strategy. Overall, El Al's emissions data and climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to addressing climate change within the aviation industry, although the recent increase in emissions highlights the challenges faced in achieving these targets.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 945,082,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 690,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 461,749,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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El Al is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
