Jetblue
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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Jetblue's score of 33 is higher than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Jetblue's reported carbon emissions
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, Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity at approximately 28,572,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 2,141,201,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, committing to a 50% reduction in well-to-wake Scope 1 and 3 emissions related to jet fuel per revenue tonne kilometre by 2035, using 2019 as the baseline year. This commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aims to address the aviation industry's impact on climate change. JetBlue's emissions data reflects a significant increase from previous years, with total emissions of about 8,276,357,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and approximately 4,915,431,000 kg CO2e in 2020. The airline has publicly pledged to report on non-CO2e impacts of aviation, acknowledging the broader effects of its operations on climate change. The company is actively engaged in initiatives to enhance sustainability and reduce its carbon footprint, demonstrating a commitment to environmental responsibility within the airline industry.
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| 2008 | 2009 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,333,850,000 | 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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Jetblue is participating in some 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.
