Virgin Voyages
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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Virgin Voyages's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Virgin Voyages reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 198,627,000 kg CO2e. This figure represents the direct greenhouse gas emissions from their operations. In 2021, the company recorded Scope 1 emissions of about 65,662,000 kg CO2e, indicating a significant increase in emissions year-on-year. As of 2023, Virgin Voyages has not disclosed any emissions data, including Scope 2 or Scope 3 emissions, nor have they set specific reduction targets or initiatives. The company has not cascaded any emissions data from a parent organisation, and there are no reported commitments to industry-standard climate initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Virgin Voyages is focused on improving energy efficiency, as evidenced by their reported Average Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) for new ships, which is approximately 0.0104 tonne-nautical mile in 2023. However, without specific reduction targets or commitments, the company's overall climate strategy remains unclear.
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| 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 65,662,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - |
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Virgin Voyages 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.
