Porter Airlines
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023)
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:471,012 tonnes CO2e/year (Scope 1)
Scope 1 Emissions:471,012 tonnes CO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:<490 tonnes CO2e/year
Scope 3 Emissions:>400 tonnes CO2e/year (partial data)
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:Data unavailable for all airports in 2023, partial data available for YTZ.
Water Consumption:3749 m3/year (YTZ and Yonge St. office)
Waste Generated:260 tonnes/year (various types)
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate Change
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
- Community Relations
- Fuel Efficiency
- Sustainable Operations
- Waste Reduction
- Passenger Well-being
- Team Member Well-being
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced energy consumption at Hangar 6 at YTZ by 15,000 KWH due to window film installation.
- Diverted 42 tonnes of waste from landfill, saving 4594.07 m3 of landfill space and generating 4594.07 kWh electricity sold to the grid through energy recovery from waste incineration.
- Avoided 169 tonnes CO2e in GHG emissions through recycling of domestic waste.
- Displaced 6 tonnes CO2e through recycling of hazardous industrial waste.
Social Achievements
- Increased team member engagement to 71%, the highest in Porter’s history.
- Raised $11,000 for the Waterfront Neighbourhood Centre.
- Raised over $25,000 for breast cancer awareness through FlyPink campaign.
- Supported Hope Air, providing free travel to patients in need of vital healthcare.
- Supported 4Ukraine by providing close to 200 flights to assist Ukrainian refugees.
Governance Achievements
- Established a DE&I Council.
- Published its first overall Sustainability Report.
- Completed phase one of a 150,000 sq. ft. maintenance hangar at Ottawa International Airport.
- Announced investment in a brand new terminal at Montreal Metropolitan’s Saint-Hubert Airport.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Net-zero GHG emissions by 2050
Medium-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Increased operating costs and compliance requirements resulting from regulatory changes.
- Market shifts, consumer preferences and workforce management challenges.
- Potential revenue reductions from supply interruptions.
- Limited availability and higher costs of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
Mitigation Strategies
- Investment in technology and research and development in SAF.
- Implementing fuel-saving techniques such as single-engine taxiing.
- Exploring science-based targets for carbon reduction.
- Initiatives to eliminate single-use plastics and reduce waste across operations.
- Participation in initiatives like the Canadian Council for Sustainable Aviation Fuels (C-SAF).
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Ethically sourcing catering products
- Using FSC certified materials
- Using BPI certified compostable materials
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Increased operating costs
- Potential revenue reductions from supply interruptions
- Severe weather events
Transition Risks
- Regulatory changes
- Market shifts
- Consumer preferences
- Workforce management challenges
Opportunities
- Advocating for policy support (SAF incentives)
- Investing in SAF procurement and fleet upgrades
- Reducing waste across operations
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: TCFD, GRI
Certifications: Null
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Aligning with UN SDGs in 2024 and beyond.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Sustainable catering materials (FSC, BPI certified)
- Electric ground service equipment
Awards & Recognition
- Allan Bundy Award from BAPN
- Forbes Canada’s Best Employers
- Spirit of Hope Outstanding Philanthropy Award from Hope Air
- APEX Passenger Choice Award for Best Cabin Service in North America
- Deal of the Year: Tourism Award