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.
How does Gol Gol Linhas Aereas'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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Gol Gol Linhas Aereas's score of 31 is higher than 59% 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 significant carbon emissions of approximately 3,081,851,990 kg CO2e, all of which fall under Scope 1 emissions. This figure represents a notable increase from the previous year's emissions of about 2,736,385,000 kg CO2e in 2022. The airline's global emissions for 2023 included 3,081,851,990 kg CO2e in Scope 1, 366,890 kg CO2e in Scope 2, and 16,401,230 kg CO2e in Scope 3. Gol Linhas Aéreas has committed to addressing its climate impact, although it has not yet established specific reduction targets. The company is currently in a transitory grace period for compliance with its commitment policy, with targets expected to be submitted by July 31, 2023. As of now, the airline has not committed to a net-zero target. The emissions data for Gol Linhas Aéreas is sourced directly from Gol Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes S.A., indicating that it does not inherit emissions data from any parent or related organization. The airline operates within the air transportation sector in Brazil and is actively working towards improving its environmental performance.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
Gol Gol Linhas Aereas 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.

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