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Ryanair Holdings plc, commonly known as Ryanair, is a leading player in the air transport services industry, with its headquarters based in Ireland. Established in 1984, the airline has grown to become one of Europe's most prominent low-cost carriers, serving numerous destinations across the continent and beyond. Its core offerings include budget-friendly flights, efficient route networks, and a focus on cost minimisation, which have helped it maintain a strong market position.
Ryanair's innovative business model and commitment to affordability have set it apart within the highly competitive airline sector. The company’s extensive operational reach across Europe, combined with its reputation for punctuality and customer service, have contributed to its notable achievements in the air transport industry. As a key player in the low-cost airline market, Ryanair continues to shape the landscape of affordable air travel.
48
DitchCarbon score
+30 vs industry average
Ryanair’s score of 48 is higher than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very High
Air Transport is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
1.024
20182025
The Air Transport industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Ryanair's reported carbon emissions
Ryanair, headquartered in Ireland, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 20.1 billion kg CO2e in 2025. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 16.5 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 2.8 million kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions of roughly 3.6 billion kg CO2e.
Looking at previous years, Ryanair's total emissions were approximately 18.6 billion kg CO2e in 2024, and about 17.4 billion kg CO2e in 2023.
Ryanair has committed to a long-term target of net zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, with a base year of 2021 for Scope 3 emissions. The company aims for a 25% reduction in CO2 intensity (per pax/km) by the end of FY31, using FY23 as the baseline. Additionally, Ryanair has an absolute Scope 1 emissions reduction target of 40% by 2030, with a 2021 base year.
The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validates Ryanair Holdings plc's commitment to reduce Well-to-Wake Scope 1 and 3 jet fuel GHG emissions by 27% per RTK by 2031 from a 2023 base year. This target is classified as consistent with reductions required to keep warming to 1.5°C.
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Ryanair’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2031
27% reduction in Scope 1
Insufficient data27%
2031
27% reduction in Scope 1
Ryanair Holdings plc commits to reduce Well-to-Wake scope 1 and 3 jet fuel GHG emissions 27% per RTK by 2031 from a 2023 base year. * ** *…
Insufficient data27%
2031
27% reduction in scope 3 total
Ryanair Holdings plc commits to reduce Well-to-Wake scope 1 and 3 jet fuel GHG emissions 27% per RTK by 2031 from a 2023 base year. * ** *…
Insufficient data27%
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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