General Dynamics
General Dynamics Corporation, commonly referred to as General Dynamics, is a leading American aerospace and defence company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia. Founded in 1952, the company has established itself as a key player in the defence industry, with significant operations across the United States and internationally. Specialising in a diverse range of sectors, General Dynamics focuses on aerospace, combat systems, information technology, and marine systems. Its core products include advanced military vehicles, submarines, and cutting-edge communication systems, all distinguished by their innovative technology and reliability. With a strong market position, General Dynamics has achieved numerous accolades, including recognition for its commitment to quality and performance. The company continues to play a vital role in supporting national security and advancing technological capabilities in the defence sector.
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General Dynamics's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, General Dynamics reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 713,874,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 323,044,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 390,830,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based). Additionally, Scope 3 emissions accounted for about 56,881,000 kg CO2e from business travel, 27,236,000 kg CO2e from waste generated in operations, and 183,908,000 kg CO2e from fuel and energy-related activities. The company has set a significant target to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 40% by 2034, using 2019 as the baseline year. This commitment encompasses both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions and includes a transition to renewable energy sources. General Dynamics aims to achieve this reduction through various initiatives, including collaboration with industry partners to advance sustainability goals. Overall, General Dynamics is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint and contributing to broader climate action efforts, with a long-term vision of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
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| 2008 | 2019 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 298,818,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 605,730,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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General Dynamics is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
