AAR named to USA TODAY’s list of America’s Climate Leaders 2026

Wood Dale, Illinois — AAR CORP., a leading provider of aviation services to commercial and government operators, MROs, and OEMs, has been named to USA TODAY’s list of America’s Climate Leaders 2026. This prestigious award is presented by USA TODAY and Statista, the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The award list was announced on April 22, 2026, and can be viewed on usatoday.com.

Companies were considered for the America’s Climate Leaders of 2026 award if they met the following criteria: Headquartered in the USA, reported revenue of at least $50 million in 2024, provided independent emission reporting with data on Scope 1 and Scope 2 for the years 2022 to 2024, scored at least a C if a CDP rating is available, and demonstrated a satisfactory broader environmental record (e.g., no oil exploration, non-GHG pollution, or deforestation). 

Based on the results of the study, AAR has been included on USA TODAY’s list of America’s Climate Leaders 2026.

“AAR’s environmental commitment includes reducing climate-related risks and focusing on emissions to drive value for all stakeholders,” said Jessica Garascia, AAR’s leader of sustainability efforts and its Senior Vice President, General Counsel, Chief Administrative Officer, and Secretary. “We are proud to be recognized for our positive impact on our local and global communities and awarded a Climate Leader for 2026.”

For more information on AAR’s sustainability efforts, visit https://www.aarcorp.com/en/about/sustainability/.

About AAR
AAR is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company with operations in over 20 countries. Headquartered in the Chicago area, AAR supports commercial and government customers through four operating segments: Parts Supply, Repair & Engineering, Integrated Solutions, and Expeditionary Services. Additional information can be found at aarcorp.com.

About Statista
Statista publishes hundreds of worldwide industry rankings and company listings with high-profile media partners. This research and analysis service is based on the success of statista.com, the leading data and business intelligence portal that provides statistics, relevant business data, and various market and consumer studies and surveys.

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