SkyWest, Inc.
SkyWest, Inc., a leading regional airline based in the United States, has established itself as a key player in the aviation industry since its founding in 1972. Headquartered in St. George, Utah, SkyWest operates across major regions, providing essential connectivity for passengers through its partnerships with major carriers such as Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Specialising in regional air travel, SkyWest offers a unique blend of reliability and customer service, operating a diverse fleet of aircraft tailored for short-haul routes. The company has achieved significant milestones, including being one of the largest regional airlines in North America, known for its operational excellence and commitment to safety. With a strong market position, SkyWest continues to enhance its services, ensuring seamless travel experiences for millions of passengers each year.
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SkyWest, Inc.'s score of 21 is higher than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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SkyWest, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions
In 2024, SkyWest, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,566,845,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for the majority at about 5,566,368,000 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile combustion. Scope 2 emissions were reported at approximately 6,654,000 kg CO2e. This marks a slight increase from 2023, where total emissions were about 4,960,304,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 4,957,085,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 6,286,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, SkyWest has shown fluctuations in its emissions, with 2022 emissions recorded at about 5,476,261,000 kg CO2e and 2021 at approximately 5,721,595,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, indicating a potential area for future reporting and improvement. Currently, SkyWest, Inc. has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests that while the company is actively reporting its emissions, it may need to enhance its climate commitments to align with industry standards and expectations. Overall, SkyWest, Inc. continues to monitor its carbon footprint, but further action may be necessary to establish clear reduction goals and strategies to mitigate its environmental impact.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 5,721,595,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 7,652,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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SkyWest, Inc. 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.
