Volaris
Volaris, officially known as Volaris Airlines, is a prominent low-cost carrier headquartered in Mexico City, Mexico. Founded in 2005, the airline has rapidly expanded its operations across key regions in Mexico and the United States, establishing itself as a leader in the budget travel sector. Specialising in providing affordable air travel, Volaris offers a range of services including domestic and international flights, with a focus on customer convenience and efficiency. The airline's unique business model allows it to maintain competitive fares while ensuring a high level of service. With a strong market position, Volaris has achieved significant milestones, including a robust fleet and a growing network of routes. Its commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction continues to set it apart in the aviation industry.
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Volaris's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Volaris reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,581,018,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 3,580,722,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 296,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a continued commitment to monitoring and managing their carbon footprint. Over the years, Volaris has demonstrated a focus on reducing its emissions intensity. For instance, in 2022, the airline achieved a Scope 1 aircraft CO2 emissions intensity of about 0.07358 kg CO2e per Revenue Passenger Kilometre (RPK). This trend of decreasing emissions intensity is evident as the company reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of approximately 0.06983 kg CO2e per RPK in 2023. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or climate pledges, Volaris remains engaged in sustainability efforts, as indicated by their consistent reporting and transparency regarding emissions data. The airline's commitment to reducing its environmental impact aligns with broader industry trends towards sustainability and carbon neutrality.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,535,911,330 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 360,200 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Volaris 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.
