JetBlue Airways Corporation, commonly known as JetBlue, is a prominent American low-cost airline headquartered in Long Island City, New York. Founded in 1998, JetBlue has established itself as a key player in the airline industry, primarily serving domestic routes across the United States and select international destinations in the Caribbean and Latin America. Renowned for its customer-centric approach, JetBlue offers a unique blend of affordable fares and high-quality services, including complimentary in-flight entertainment and free Wi-Fi. The airline has achieved significant milestones, such as being the first to introduce a no-fee policy for checked bags, setting it apart from competitors. With a strong market position, JetBlue continues to receive accolades for its operational efficiency and commitment to customer satisfaction, making it a preferred choice for travellers seeking value without compromising on quality.
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In 2022, JetBlue Airways reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,462,955,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 8,291,103,000 kg CO2e, primarily from direct fuel combustion, and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 28,572,000 kg CO2e from purchased electricity. Additionally, their Scope 3 emissions totalled around 2,141,201,000 kg CO2e, largely attributed to fuel and energy-related activities. JetBlue has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce well-to-wake Scope 1 and 3 greenhouse gas emissions related to jet fuel by 50% per revenue tonne kilometre by 2035, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is classified as consistent with efforts to limit global warming to well below 2°C. The airline has committed to publicly reporting on non-CO2e impacts of aviation throughout this timeframe. Overall, JetBlue's emissions data and reduction targets reflect a proactive approach to addressing climate change within the aviation sector, demonstrating their commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility.
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Scope 1 | 177,900,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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