Virgin Atlantic
Virgin Atlantic Airways Limited, commonly known as Virgin Atlantic, is a prominent British airline headquartered in Crawley, GB. Founded in 1984, the airline has established itself as a key player in the international aviation industry, primarily operating transatlantic flights between the UK and North America, as well as select routes to the Caribbean, Africa, and Asia. Renowned for its innovative approach to air travel, Virgin Atlantic offers a range of services, including Economy, Premium, and Upper Class cabins, each designed to provide a unique flying experience. The airline is celebrated for its exceptional customer service and stylish onboard amenities, setting it apart from competitors. With a strong market position, Virgin Atlantic has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the premium travel sector.
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Virgin Atlantic's score of 32 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Virgin Atlantic's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Virgin Atlantic reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,069,289,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 3,812,024,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,291,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,257,265,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This marked a slight increase from 2023, where total emissions were about 4,653,960,000 kg CO2e. The airline has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 15% net reduction in total CO2 emissions by 2030, which includes a target of 10% from sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Additionally, by 2040, Virgin Atlantic aims for a 40% net reduction in total CO2 emissions. In the near term, they also plan to achieve a 15% gross reduction in carbon emissions per revenue tonne kilometre (RTK) by 2026, focusing on fleet transformation and operational efficiency. Virgin Atlantic's emissions data reflects a commitment to transparency and accountability in addressing climate change, aligning with industry standards for sustainability.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,879,219,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 8,547,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,017,147,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Virgin Atlantic 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.
