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AerCap Holdings NV

Common Name
AerCap Holdings
Country
Ireland
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Rental & Leasing Services
Employees
698
Ticker
AER
Exchange
NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE, INC.
Description
AerCap Holdings N.V. is a global leader in the aircraft leasing and aviation finance industry. Specializing in leasing a highly diversified portfolio of commercial aircraft, engines, and helicopters, ...

AerCap Holdings's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, AerCap Holdings completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).

AerCap Holdings has also provided a category-level breakdown for 1 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Total Scope 1
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Total Scope 2
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Total Scope 3
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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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a. AerCap Holdings's Corporate Responsibility Report (CRR) 2024
a. AerCap Holdings's Corporate Responsibility Report (CRR) 2024

Insights into AerCap Holdings's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ofAerCap Holdings amounted to3,596metric tons of CO2 equivalent.This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2).a

Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of AerCap Holdingsdecreased by 12.65%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.a

AerCap Holdings's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

2020202120222023202401 k2 k3 k4 ktCO2e+194%+216%+1150%-12%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are AerCap Holdings's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of AerCap Holdings were 3,478 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).a

Compared to the previous year(2023), AerCap Holdings's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 11.97%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.a

What are AerCap Holdings's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, AerCap Holdings reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 118 tCOâ‚‚e without specifying the calculation method.a

Has AerCap Holdings reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Compared to the previous year(2023), AerCap Holdings's Scope 2 emissions(Unspecified Calculation Method) fell by 28.92% in 2024, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its energy consumption.a

What methodology does AerCap Holdings use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, AerCap Holdings reported its Scope 2 emissions using an unspecified methodology.a

AerCap Holdings's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

2021202220232024070140210280tCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)

Insights into AerCap Holdings's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, AerCap Holdings reported 52,805,092 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.a

The 2024 disclosure of AerCap Holdings includes a breakdown across 1of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol,matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year.a

AerCap Holdings's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

201920202021202220232024015 M30 M45 M60 MtCO2e-53%+35%+74%+16%+19%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are AerCap Holdings's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, AerCap Holdings reported total Scope 3 emissions of 52,805,092 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).a

Approximately 100%of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0%came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a

Has AerCap Holdings reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2019, AerCap Holdings's Scope 3 emissionshave increased by 50.85%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.a

Compared to the previous year (2023), AerCap Holdings's Scope 3 emissions increased by 18.91%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions across its value chain.a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does AerCap Holdings disclose?

In 2024, AerCap Holdings reported emissions for 1 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a

The limited disclosure restricts visibility into specific emission sources across the company's value chain.

What are the main sources of AerCap Holdings's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, the largest contributors to AerCap Holdings's Scope 3 emissions were:a

  • Business Travel (Cat. 6): 7,092 tCOâ‚‚e(100%)

AerCap Holdings's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Business Travel(Cat. 6)(100.0%)

Insights into AerCap Holdings’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, AerCap Holdings reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 3,478 tCOâ‚‚e and total revenues of USD 7,997 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 0.43 tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD.a

AerCap Holdings's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

520010,000500,00020,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)505002,00010,00050,000Revenues (Millions of USD)ZACHLocaliza Rent a CarYear: 2024Scope 1: 42,452 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,033Scope 1 Intensity: 7.04 tCO2e/$MElement Fleet ManagementYear: 2024Scope 1: 995 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,040Scope 1 Intensity: 0.33 tCO2e/$MAyvensYear: 2024Scope 1: 8,782 tCO2eRevenue: $M 26,380Scope 1 Intensity: 0.33 tCO2e/$MAvis Budget GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 6,220,995 tCO2eRevenue: $M 11,622Scope 1 Intensity: 535.28 tCO2e/$MAir LeaseYear: 2023Scope 1: 5,599 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,685Scope 1 Intensity: 2.09 tCO2e/$MSimparYear: 2024Scope 1: 913,617 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,647Scope 1 Intensity: 137.45 tCO2e/$MZZZIGUPYear: 2025Scope 1: 15,543 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,416Scope 1 Intensity: 6.43 tCO2e/$MProservice Building Services MarketplaceYear: 2023Scope 1: 9,385 tCO2eRevenue: $M 445Scope 1 Intensity: 21.11 tCO2e/$MAAAnexo GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 142 tCO2eRevenue: $M 178Scope 1 Intensity: 0.80 tCO2e/$MGAMYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,782 tCO2eRevenue: $M 316Scope 1 Intensity: 18.28 tCO2e/$MRyder SystemYear: 2024Scope 1: 869,939 tCO2eRevenue: $M 12,708Scope 1 Intensity: 68.46 tCO2e/$MHerc HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 161,635 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,374Scope 1 Intensity: 47.91 tCO2e/$MMillsYear: 2023Scope 1: 4,065 tCO2eRevenue: $M 284Scope 1 Intensity: 14.31 tCO2e/$MSixtYear: 2024Scope 1: 8,661 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,165Scope 1 Intensity: 2.08 tCO2e/$MBohai LeasingYear: 2024Scope 1: 965,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,266Scope 1 Intensity: 183.25 tCO2e/$MAdi Sarana ArmadaYear: 2024Scope 1: 16,620 tCO2eRevenue: $M 308Scope 1 Intensity: 53.94 tCO2e/$MSpeedy HireYear: 2025Scope 1: 11,967 tCO2eRevenue: $M 539Scope 1 Intensity: 22.20 tCO2e/$MCCCALCYear: 2023Scope 1: 10 tCO2eRevenue: $M 552Scope 1 Intensity: 0.02 tCO2e/$MUnited RentalsYear: 2024Scope 1: 462,087 tCO2eRevenue: $M 15,345Scope 1 Intensity: 30.11 tCO2e/$MVPYear: 2025Scope 1: 14,641 tCO2eRevenue: $M 492Scope 1 Intensity: 29.78 tCO2e/$MVamosYear: 2023Scope 1: 5,749 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,255Scope 1 Intensity: 4.58 tCO2e/$MHHHertz Global HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,527,153 tCO2eRevenue: $M 9,049Scope 1 Intensity: 389.78 tCO2e/$MAshtead GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 380,445 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,962Scope 1 Intensity: 47.78 tCO2e/$MAerCap HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,478 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,997Scope 1 Intensity: 0.43 tCO2e/$M

How does AerCap Holdings's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, AerCap Holdings reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 0.43 tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 21.11, this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

Where does AerCap Holdings rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, AerCap Holdings ranked 4 out of 23 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD).a

This places AerCap Holdings among the top performers, with one of the lowest emissions intensities relative to peers.a

Insights into AerCap Holdings's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, AerCap Holdings reported a total carbon footprint of 52,808,688 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 18.91% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain.a

The largest contributor to AerCap Holdings's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 99.99% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 0.01%.a

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