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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In 2023, Virgin Voyages reported carbon emissions of approximately 280,539,000 kg CO2e, all of which fall under Scope 1 emissions. This marks a significant increase from 2022, where total emissions were about 175,966,000 kg CO2e, comprising 3,600,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 and approximately 172,366,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Notably, in 2021, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of about 65,662,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Virgin Voyages has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of defined climate commitments or science-based targets suggests a need for further transparency regarding their long-term climate strategy. The company does, however, reference the Average Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) for new ships, indicating a focus on improving energy efficiency in their fleet. Overall, while Virgin Voyages has made strides in reporting emissions data, the lack of reduction targets highlights an area for potential growth in their climate commitments.
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2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 65,662,000 | - | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | 0,000,000 | - |
Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | - |
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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.