Nordic Aviation Capital (NAC), headquartered in Ireland, is a leading player in the global aviation leasing industry. Founded in 1990, NAC has established itself as a prominent lessor of regional aircraft, serving a diverse clientele across Europe, North America, and Asia. The company specialises in providing tailored leasing solutions, focusing on turboprop and regional jet aircraft, which distinguishes it in a competitive market. With a robust portfolio of over 500 aircraft, NAC is recognised for its commitment to customer service and operational excellence. The company has achieved significant milestones, including strategic partnerships and a strong market presence, making it a trusted name in aviation finance. As a key contributor to the regional aviation sector, Nordic Aviation Capital continues to drive innovation and growth within the industry.
How does Nordic Aviation Capital'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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Nordic Aviation Capital's score of 19 is lower than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2022, Nordic Aviation Capital (NAC), headquartered in Ireland (IE), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,900,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3, alongside 664,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 70,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This marked a significant increase in emissions compared to 2021, where total emissions were about 4,669,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for the majority at approximately 4,668,000 kg CO2e. NAC's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Nordic Aviation Capital DAC, with additional performance data sourced from Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) Ltd. Despite the increase in emissions, NAC has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. For 2023, NAC has not provided specific emissions data, but it continues to focus on its operational efficiency, as indicated by its emissions per Available Seat Kilometre (ASK) for its aircraft models, with values of 0.182 kg CO2e per ASK for the E190 and 0.000168 kg CO2e per ASK for the Q400. Overall, while NAC has made strides in measuring its carbon footprint, it has yet to establish formal reduction targets or commitments within the industry context.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,384,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 
| Scope 2 | 131,700 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 
| Scope 3 | 4,892,873,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 
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.
Nordic Aviation Capital 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.