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Vueling Airlines, S.A., commonly known as Vueling, is a prominent player in the air transport services industry, headquartered in Barcelona, Spain. Founded in 2004, Vueling has rapidly expanded its operations across Europe, establishing a strong presence in key markets such as Spain, France, and Italy. The airline is renowned for its low-cost model, offering a range of services including scheduled flights, holiday packages, and ancillary services that cater to both leisure and business travellers.
With a fleet that features modern aircraft and a commitment to customer satisfaction, Vueling stands out for its flexibility and extensive route network. The airline has achieved significant milestones, including being one of the largest low-cost carriers in Europe, and continues to innovate within the competitive landscape of air travel.
10
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-8 vs industry average
Vueling Airlines, S.A.’s score of 10 is lower than 32% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very High
Air Transport is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
1.024
20182025
The Air Transport industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
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Reported emissions
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Vueling Airlines, S.A.'s reported carbon emissions
Vueling Airlines, S.A., an air transport services provider headquartered in Spain (ES), reported a total of approximately 3.49 billion kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions for 2023. In the same year, its Scope 2 emissions, calculated using the market-based method, were approximately 921 million kg CO2e, while location-based Scope 2 emissions reached approximately 4.3 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2023 totalled approximately 615.8 million kg CO2e.
In 2022, Vueling Airlines recorded Scope 1 emissions of approximately 2.6 billion kg CO2e. Market-based Scope 2 emissions were approximately 880 million kg CO2e, and location-based Scope 2 emissions were approximately 3.37 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions in 2022 were approximately 540 million kg CO2e.
For 2021, the airline reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 1.35 billion kg CO2e. Market-based Scope 2 emissions were approximately 322 million kg CO2e, with location-based Scope 2 emissions at approximately 1.26 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions in 2021 amounted to approximately 321 million kg CO2e.
In 2020, Vueling Airlines' Scope 1 emissions were approximately 858.8 million kg CO2e. Market-based Scope 2 emissions were approximately 84 million kg CO2e, and location-based Scope 2 emissions were approximately 595 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2020 totalled approximately 298.3 million kg CO2e.
The most recent comprehensive emissions data available for Vueling Airlines, S.A. is for 2023, where total emissions across Scope 1, 2, and 3 (using market-based Scope 2) are not explicitly provided as a single figure. However, the company's reported Scope 1 emissions for 2023 were approximately 2.87 billion kg CO2e, market-based Scope 2 were approximately 921 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 were approximately 615.8 million kg CO2e.
Vueling Airlines' disclosed Scope 1 and 2 emissions intensity for flights, inclusive of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) CO2e reductions, was 0.0789 kg CO2e per passenger-kilometre (pkm) in 2023. In 2022, this intensity was 0.0833 kg CO2e/pkm, and in 2021 it was 0.0944 kg CO2e/pkm. The airline's 2019 reporting year showed an emissions intensity of 0.0871 kg CO2e/pkm for flights.
The airline's climate commitments and specific reduction targets, including those submitted to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), are not detailed in the provided information. Vueling Airlines, S.A. has not committed to the Climate Pledge, and there is no indication of data cascading from a parent organisation for its emissions reporting or climate initiatives. The company's reporting covers Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, with noted missing data points in specific Scope 3 categories.
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Vueling Airlines, S.A.’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Climate initiatives
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