Gol Gol Linhas Aéreas, commonly known as GOL, is a prominent Brazilian airline headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil. Founded in 2001, GOL has rapidly established itself as a key player in the Latin American aviation industry, primarily serving domestic routes and select international destinations. The airline is renowned for its low-cost business model, offering a range of services that include passenger transport, cargo services, and loyalty programmes. GOL's commitment to operational efficiency and customer satisfaction has positioned it as a leader in the Brazilian market, with a fleet that features modern aircraft designed for comfort and reliability. With significant milestones such as its initial public offering and strategic partnerships, GOL continues to innovate and expand, making it a vital component of Brazil's air travel landscape.
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Gol Gol Linhas Aereas's score of 24 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, GOL Linhas Aéreas reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,081,851,990 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 3,081,851,990 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 366,890 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 16,401,230 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This represents a significant increase in emissions compared to 2022, where total emissions were about 2,736,385,000 kg CO2e, and 2021, which recorded approximately 1,901,225,000 kg CO2e. GOL has committed to reducing its carbon footprint but has not yet established specific reduction targets. The company is currently in a transitory grace period for compliance with its Commitment Compliance Policy, with targets expected to be submitted by July 31, 2023. As of now, GOL has not committed to a net-zero target. The airline operates within the air transportation sector in Brazil and is aware of the industry's pressing need to address climate change. While GOL has made strides in tracking its emissions, the lack of defined reduction targets highlights the ongoing challenges faced by airlines in aligning with global climate commitments.
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Add to project2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,901,225,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 1,264,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 3 | 49,685,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Gol Gol Linhas Aereas is committed to some 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.