Jet2 achieves improved climate action rating

Jet2 has improved its sustainability ranking in its latest climate disclosure assessment.

The UK tour operating and airline group boosted its rating from B to A- in one year by global non-profit CDP.

The organisation runs the world’s only independent environmental disclosure system for companies, capital markets, cities, states and regions to manage their environmental impacts.

Achieving an A- rating places Jet2 among the leading UK leisure travel companies for demonstrating strong climate governance and credible transition planning on its journey to net zero by 2050, as well as showing “measurable progress” in reducing emissions across its operations.

Head of sustainability Paul Southall said: “Moving from B to A- in just one year demonstrates the progress we are continuing to make. 

“Transparency, credible pathways to net zero, and collaboration across our supply chain are at the heart of our approach. 

“This result reflects the hard work of teams across Jet2 and our commitment to continuous improvement.”

The group’s climate transition plan, focused on existing technologies and tangible actions that can be taken currently, will see Jet2.com reduce its carbon emissions per revenue paying passenger kilometre by 35% in 2035 compared to 2019. 

Recent developments include the introduction of new Airbus A321neo aircraft into the Jet2 fleet, providing 20% greater fuel efficiency and 50% less noise.

The group has also increasing the use of electric vehicles, substituted more than 22 million single-use plastic items and seen over 1,500 hotels receiving a certified sustainable accreditation.

Chief executive Steve Heapy said: “We are delighted to have achieved an A- score from CDP.

"This rating recognises the considerable steps we have taken across our entire operation to reduce emissions and strengthen our climate strategy.

"Our commitment remains long-term, ambitious and grounded in real action, and we will continue to invest in the technologies, partnerships and practices needed to support a lower-carbon future for UK aviation.”