JetBlue Airways Corp
JetBlue Airways's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2021, JetBlue Airways 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).
JetBlue Airways 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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Insights into JetBlue Airways's Operational Emissions
In 2021, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of JetBlue Airways amounted to 6,879,872 metric 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 2020, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of JetBlue Airways increased by 68.32%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations. a
JetBlue Airways's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are JetBlue Airways's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2021, the total Scope 1 emissions of JetBlue Airways were 6,853,927 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Has JetBlue Airways reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2018, JetBlue Airways's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 18.12%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a
Compared to the previous year (2020), JetBlue Airways's Scope 1 emissions increased by 68.67%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations. a
What are JetBlue Airways's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2021, JetBlue Airways reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 25,945 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a
Has JetBlue Airways reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Since 2018, JetBlue Airways's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that JetBlue Airways 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a
Compared to the previous year (2020), JetBlue Airways's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that JetBlue Airways 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a
What methodology does JetBlue Airways use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2021, JetBlue Airways reported its Scope 2 emissions using the location-based method. a
JetBlue Airways's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
Insights into JetBlue Airways's Value Chain Emissions
In 2021, JetBlue Airways reported 1,395,093 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain. a
The 2021 disclosure of JetBlue Airways includes a breakdown across 1 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2020, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a
JetBlue Airways's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are JetBlue Airways's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2021, JetBlue Airways reported total Scope 3 emissions of 1,395,093 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). 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 JetBlue Airways reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2018, JetBlue Airways's Scope 3 emissions have decreased by 17.84%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a c
Compared to the previous year (2020), JetBlue Airways's Scope 3 emissions increased by 68.51%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions across its value chain. a b
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does JetBlue Airways disclose?
In 2021, JetBlue Airways 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 JetBlue Airways's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2021, the largest contributors to JetBlue Airways's Scope 3 emissions were: a
- Fuel- and Energy-Related Services (Cat. 3): 1,395,093 tCO₂e (100%)
JetBlue Airways's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into JetBlue Airways’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2021, JetBlue Airways reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 6,853,927 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 6,037 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 1,135.32 tCO₂e per millions USD. a
JetBlue Airways's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does JetBlue Airways's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2021, JetBlue Airways reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 1,135.32 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 17.45 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a
Where does JetBlue Airways rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2021, JetBlue Airways ranked 24 out of 24 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a
This places JetBlue Airways among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector. a
Insights into JetBlue Airways's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2021, JetBlue Airways reported a total carbon footprint of 8,274,965 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 68.35% increase compared to 2020, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain. a b
The largest contributor to JetBlue Airways's total carbon footprint was Scope 1 emissions, accounting for 82.83% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 3 emissions at 16.86%. a