Environmental, Social
& Governance
As a global mobility provider, we promise to support the transition
to a low-carbon economy and employ practices that promote a more fair,
just, and equal workplace and community.
A Message From Our President & CEO
For over 75 years, we have cultivated a Company-wide philosophy centered around making plans and keeping them.
As we execute on our environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategies, and continue to make progress towards our 2030 ESG-related goals, we remain steadfast in this philosophy.
2023 proved to be a successful year for Avis Budget Group. However, we understand that our work cannot stop there. We strive to continue to shape our strategies through the eyes of our customers, hold ourselves accountable, embrace our differences, do the right thing, and innovate.
2030 Targets
- Reduce absolute GHG emissions by 30%
- Reduce total water consumption by 30% prioritizing water-stressed locations
- Achieve zero waste-to-landfill for tires, windshields, motor oils, and car batteries
- Achieve 100% gender pay equity at all levels of the organization
- Maintain at least 50% diversity throughout the workforce
- Invest $10 billion with diverse suppliers
- Train 100% of rental agents on human trafficking awareness
Progress in 2023
- 7% reduction in GHG emissions since 2018
- 10% increase in total water consumption since 2018
- Zero waste-to-landfill maintained
- On track to achieve gender pay equity globally
- 66% of the company’s U.S. workforce is diverse
- $11 billion invested in diverse suppliers since 2021
- Launched Human Trafficking Awareness training and achieved 100% completion rate for front-line managers and customer-facing employees
A Message From Our President & CEO
For over 75 years, we have cultivated a Company-wide philosophy centered around making plans and keeping them.
As we execute on our environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategies, and continue to make progress towards our 2030 ESG-related goals, we remain steadfast in this philosophy.
2023 proved to be a successful year for Avis Budget Group. However, we understand that our work cannot stop there. We strive to continue to shape our strategies through the eyes of our customers, hold ourselves accountable, embrace our differences, do the right thing, and innovate.
For over 75 years, we have cultivated a Company-wide philosophy centered around making plans and keeping them.
As we execute on our environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategies, and continue to make progress towards our 2030 ESG-related goals, we remain steadfast in this philosophy.
2023 proved to be a successful year for Avis Budget Group. However, we understand that our work cannot stop there. We strive to continue to shape our strategies through the eyes of our customers, hold ourselves accountable, embrace our differences, do the right thing, and innovate.
2030 Targets
These targets outline how our comprehensive, proactive and ambitious approach to achieving sustainability is fundamental to addressing the environmental impacts of climate change and the social impacts of racial inequalities.
- Reduce absolute GHG emissions by 30%
- Reduce total water consumption by 30% prioritizing water-stressed locations
- Achieve zero waste-to-landfill for tires, windshields, motor oils, and car batteries
- Achieve 100% gender pay equity at all levels of the organization
- Maintain at least 50% diversity throughout the workforce
- Invest $10 billion with diverse suppliers
- Train 100% of rental agents on human trafficking awareness
Progress in 2023
Environmental, Social & Governance We are committed to continue advancing our environmental, social & governance (ESG) strategies to truly play a leading role in
- 7% reduction in GHG emissions since 2018
- 10% increase in total water consumption since 2018
- Zero waste-to-landfill maintained
- On track to achieve gender pay equity globally
- 66% of the company’s U.S. workforce is diverse
- $11 billion invested in diverse suppliers since 2021
- Launched Human Trafficking Awareness training and achieved 100% completion rate for front-line managers and customer-facing employees
Environmental Stewardship
Through our business and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategies, we are focused on providing more sustainable mobility solutions. We are doing this by leveraging connected vehicle technology and introducing more fuel-efficient, low-emission, hybrid, and electric vehicles (EVs).
Supporting People & Communities
We also understand the role that we play in making a positive difference to the lives of our colleagues, customers and communities where we operate.
As an equal-opportunities employer, we strive to provide an inclusive workplace that embraces and celebrates demographic, cultural, and lifestyle differences, in addition to investing in diverse businesses globally.
Governance & Business Conduct
Our commitment to ethics and integrity is core to our success.
Our Board and senior leadership team recognize the importance of prioritizing an ESG strategy, and we regularly review emerging best practices, trends, and key issues so that we can continue to move the future of mobility forward.
Reports & Statements
Download our full Environmental, Social, and Governance report to learn how we’re moving the future of mobility forward by increasing sustainable practices and contributing to a safe and equitable environment, globally.