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Wizz Air Holdings, commonly known as Wizz Air, is a leading low-cost airline headquartered in Hungary (HU). Established in 2003, the airline has rapidly expanded its operations across Europe and beyond, serving over 150 destinations in more than 40 countries. Specialising in air transport services, Wizz Air is renowned for its affordable fares and efficient service, making air travel accessible to a broader audience.
The airline's core offerings include scheduled passenger flights, with a focus on point-to-point travel, which distinguishes it from traditional carriers. Wizz Air has achieved significant milestones, including a robust fleet of modern aircraft and a strong market position as one of Europe’s fastest-growing airlines. With a commitment to sustainability and customer satisfaction, Wizz Air continues to redefine the low-cost travel experience in the aviation industry.
22
DitchCarbon score
+4 vs industry average
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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 – 2027
20202021202220232024202520262027
Reported emissions
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Wizz Air Holdings's reported carbon emissions
Wizz Air Holdings, an air transport services company headquartered in Hungary, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10.758 billion kg CO2e in 2024. This figure includes approximately 6.375 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 1.68 million kg CO2e from market-based Scope 2 emissions, and 4.384 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
In 2023, the company's total emissions were about 6.194 billion kg CO2e, comprising approximately 4.811 billion kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions, 1.463 million kg CO2e in market-based Scope 2 emissions, and 1.382 billion kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions. For 2022, Wizz Air Holdings's total emissions were roughly 3.436 billion kg CO2e, with about 2.647 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1.764 million kg CO2e from market-based Scope 2, and 787.825 million kg CO2e from Scope 3.
Looking back, in 2021, the company disclosed approximately 1.303 billion kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions and 2.951 million kg CO2e in market-based Scope 2 emissions. In 2020, Scope 1 emissions were around 3.784 billion kg CO2e, and market-based Scope 2 emissions were about 5.566 million kg CO2e. For 2019, Wizz Air Holdings reported approximately 3.310 billion kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions. Total emissions for 2018 were approximately 15,000 kg CO2e and for 2017 were approximately 14,000 kg CO2e.
Wizz Air Holdings aims to reduce its CO2 emissions intensity by 25% by F30 (financial year 2030) compared to its F20 (financial year 2020) baseline. The company was previously listed as "Committed" to near-term targets by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) as of October 2021, but this commitment was later removed and is currently listed as "Commitment removed" with an "Expired commitment" extension.
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Wizz Air Holdings’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
No scope 3 category breakdown has been disclosed yet.
Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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