Airasia Sustainability Profile
AirAsia Berhad, commonly known as AirAsia, is a leading low-cost airline headquartered in Malaysia. Founded in 1993, the airline has revolutionised air travel in Asia, offering affordable flights across major operational regions, including Southeast Asia, East Asia, and beyond. With a focus on budget-friendly travel, AirAsia provides a range of services, including domestic and international flights, as well as ancillary services like hotel bookings and car rentals. The airline is renowned for its innovative approach to cost management and customer service, making air travel accessible to millions. As a pioneer in the low-cost carrier segment, AirAsia has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for its service excellence and operational efficiency. Its commitment to affordability and quality has solidified its position as a market leader in the aviation industry.
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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Air Transport industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
Airasia's score of 12 is lower than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Airasia's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, AirAsia reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,127,059 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 333,196 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 3,403,617 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 5,390,246 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, nor does it appear to have cascaded data from a parent organization. AirAsia's emissions data reflects its operational impact, with a significant portion attributed to Scope 3 emissions, which typically encompass indirect emissions from the value chain, including business travel and employee commuting. The absence of defined reduction targets suggests that while the company is aware of its carbon footprint, it may still be in the early stages of formalising its climate strategy. Overall, AirAsia's emissions profile highlights the challenges faced by the aviation industry in addressing climate change, underscoring the need for comprehensive strategies to reduce carbon emissions across all scopes.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 00,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 |
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Airasia's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 17% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 100% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Airasia's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Airasia has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
