Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia Airlines Pty Ltd, commonly known as Virgin Australia, is a prominent player in the Australian aviation industry, headquartered in Brisbane, Australia. Founded in 2000, the airline has grown to become a key competitor in both domestic and international markets, offering a range of services that include passenger flights, cargo transport, and holiday packages. With a focus on customer experience, Virgin Australia distinguishes itself through its innovative approach to in-flight services and loyalty programs. The airline operates a modern fleet, connecting major cities across Australia and select international destinations. Notable achievements include its recognition for exceptional service and operational efficiency, solidifying its position as a leading airline in the region.
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Virgin Australia's score of 9 is lower than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Virgin Australia's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Virgin Australia reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,000,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 2,480,837,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 7,087,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 1,151,712,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting across all three scopes. In comparison, their 2023 emissions were about 2,268,986,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 2,268,986,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 2,286,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at 1,100,454,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight increase in emissions from 2023 to 2024. Virgin Australia's emissions have fluctuated over the years, with 2022 emissions reported at approximately 1,465,083,000 kg CO2e, including 1,301,912,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,831,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 153,700,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The airline's emissions in 2021 were about 862,152,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 2,095,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 49,488,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. Despite the detailed emissions reporting, Virgin Australia has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate strategy. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further development in their sustainability commitments. Overall, Virgin Australia is actively monitoring and reporting its carbon emissions, reflecting an awareness of its environmental impact within the aviation industry.
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| 2011 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,976,751,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 14,735,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Virgin Australia 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.
