Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand Limited, commonly referred to as Air New Zealand, is a prominent airline headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand. Established in 1940, the airline has grown to become a key player in the aviation industry, primarily serving the South Pacific, Asia, and North America. Renowned for its exceptional customer service and innovative in-flight experiences, Air New Zealand offers a range of services including passenger transport, cargo services, and holiday packages. The airline is particularly noted for its unique safety videos and commitment to sustainability, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, Air New Zealand has received numerous accolades, including recognition for its operational excellence and customer satisfaction. As a member of the Star Alliance, it continues to expand its global reach while maintaining a focus on the New Zealand experience.
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Air New Zealand's score of 26 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Air New Zealand's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Air New Zealand reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,699,746,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 2,839,358,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which primarily arise from direct fuel combustion, and 3,357,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to purchased electricity. Additionally, the airline's Scope 3 emissions totalled about 857,031,000 kg CO2e, encompassing indirect emissions from various activities such as business travel and fuel-related activities. Over the years, Air New Zealand has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2022, the airline's total emissions were approximately 1,822,957,000 kg CO2e, indicating a significant increase in emissions by 2023. However, specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed, and there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges available. The airline's emissions per revenue tonne kilometre have shown a gradual decrease from 930.0 kg CO2e in 2009 to 720.0 kg CO2e in 2018, reflecting ongoing efforts to improve efficiency. Despite the lack of formal reduction commitments, Air New Zealand continues to operate within an industry increasingly focused on sustainability and carbon neutrality.
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Add to project| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,730,246,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,044,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Air New Zealand is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
