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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In 2023, Gol Linhas Aéreas reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 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 emissions. This data reflects a comprehensive disclosure of their emissions across all relevant scopes, indicating a commitment to transparency in their environmental impact. Comparatively, in 2022, the airline's emissions were approximately 2,736,385,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 502,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 145,537,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This shows a notable increase in emissions, particularly in Scope 1 and Scope 3, which may warrant further investigation into operational changes or external factors influencing these figures. Gol Linhas Aéreas has not yet established specific near-term or long-term reduction targets, as their previous commitments have been removed or expired. They are currently in a transitory grace period, with a deadline to submit new targets by July 31, 2023. The company has not committed to a net-zero target as of now, indicating a potential area for future development in their climate strategy. The emissions data and commitments are sourced directly from Gol Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes S.A., ensuring that the figures reflect the airline's operational realities. As the airline industry faces increasing scrutiny regarding climate impact, Gol Linhas Aéreas's future commitments will be crucial in aligning with global sustainability goals.
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2021 | 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 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.