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Virgin Voyages Sustainability Profile

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Virgin Voyages, a subsidiary of the renowned Virgin Group, is a pioneering cruise line headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2014, the company has quickly established itself within the travel and leisure industry, focusing on redefining the cruise experience for adults. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Virgin Voyages operates primarily in the Caribbean and Mediterranean regions. The cruise line offers a unique array of services, including luxurious accommodations, gourmet dining, and immersive entertainment, all designed to create a vibrant atmosphere at sea. Notable for its adults-only policy, Virgin Voyages aims to provide a more sophisticated and relaxed cruising experience. Since its inaugural voyage in 2020, the company has garnered attention for its modern fleet and commitment to environmental responsibility, positioning itself as a fresh alternative in the competitive cruise market.

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23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Transport Services 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.

30

Industry Benchmark

Virgin Voyages's score of 23 is lower than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

29%

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Virgin Voyages's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Virgin Voyages reported total carbon emissions of approximately 198,627,000 kg CO2e, all of which fall under Scope 1 emissions. This represents a significant increase from 2021, when emissions were about 65,662,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any Scope 2 or Scope 3 emissions data, nor have they set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. Virgin Voyages has not inherited emissions data from a parent company, and their emissions reporting is independent. The company has not publicly committed to any climate pledges or initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or similar frameworks. Overall, while Virgin Voyages has made strides in reporting their emissions, there is a clear need for more comprehensive climate commitments and reduction strategies to align with industry standards and expectations.

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65,662,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Virgin Voyages's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Virgin Voyages's primary industry is Transport Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Virgin Voyages's Location?

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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 Virgin Voyages is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Virgin Voyages's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Virgin Voyages 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.

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

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