Volaris
Volaris, officially known as Volaris Airlines, is a prominent low-cost carrier headquartered in Mexico City, Mexico. Founded in 2005, the airline has rapidly expanded its operations across key regions in Mexico and the United States, establishing itself as a leader in the budget travel sector. Specialising in providing affordable air travel, Volaris offers a range of services including domestic and international flights, with a focus on customer convenience and efficiency. The airline's unique business model allows it to maintain competitive fares while ensuring a high level of service. With a strong market position, Volaris has achieved significant milestones, including a robust fleet and a growing network of routes. Its commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction continues to set it apart in the aviation industry.
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Volaris's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Volaris reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,345,514,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 3,345,231,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 283,000 kg CO2e. The airline has not disclosed any emissions data for 2023, nor has it set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. Historically, Volaris has shown a trend in emissions reporting, with total emissions in 2021 at about 2,684,536,000 kg CO2e, which included approximately 2,684,278,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 258,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The airline has not provided information on Scope 3 emissions, which typically encompass indirect emissions from the supply chain and other activities. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or commitments, Volaris continues to monitor its emissions intensity, reporting a Scope 1 aircraft CO2 emissions intensity of about 0.06983 kg CO2e per revenue passenger kilometre (RPK) in 2023. The absence of documented reduction initiatives suggests that Volaris may need to enhance its climate strategy to align with industry standards and expectations for sustainability.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,535,911,330 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 360,200 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Volaris 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.
