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Spirit Airlines Inc

Spirit Airlines Inc., commonly known as Spirit, is a prominent low-cost carrier headquartered in Colorado. Founded in 1980, the airline has evolved significantly, establishing a strong presence in the United States, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Operating primarily in the budget airline sector, Spirit Airlines is renowned for its ultra-low-cost business model, offering affordable fares while charging for additional services, which sets it apart from traditional carriers. With a fleet that focuses on efficiency and cost-effectiveness, Spirit Airlines provides a range of services, including domestic and international flights. The airline has achieved notable milestones, such as expanding its route network and enhancing customer service initiatives. As a leader in the low-cost travel market, Spirit Airlines continues to innovate, making air travel accessible to a broader audience while maintaining a commitment to operational efficiency.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Spirit Airlines Inc'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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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Air Transport industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Spirit Airlines Inc's score of 3 is lower than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Spirit Airlines Inc's reported carbon emissions

Spirit Airlines Inc, headquartered in Colorado, currently does not have publicly available data on its carbon emissions, as there are no specific figures reported for recent years. Additionally, the airline has not outlined any formal reduction targets or commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or similar climate pledges. In the context of the aviation industry, Spirit Airlines is expected to align with broader sectoral goals aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Airlines are increasingly focusing on sustainability initiatives, including fleet modernisation and operational efficiencies, to mitigate their environmental impact. However, without specific data or commitments from Spirit Airlines, it is challenging to assess their current climate performance or future ambitions in reducing carbon emissions.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Spirit Airlines Inc's primary industry is Air transport services (62), which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Spirit Airlines Inc is in CO, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Spirit Airlines 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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