Lockheed Martin Corporation, commonly referred to as Lockheed Martin, is a leading global aerospace, defence, and security company headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, USA. Founded in 1912, the company has established itself as a key player in the industry, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Lockheed Martin's core business areas include advanced technology systems, military aircraft, space exploration, and cybersecurity solutions. Renowned for its innovative products, such as the F-35 Lightning II and the Orion spacecraft, the company consistently pushes the boundaries of engineering and technology. With a strong market position, Lockheed Martin has achieved numerous accolades, including being ranked among the top defence contractors worldwide. Its commitment to excellence and cutting-edge solutions continues to shape the future of aerospace and defence.
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In 2024, Lockheed Martin reported total carbon emissions of approximately 29,443,100 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 36,539,500 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 19,954,439,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The company aims to achieve near-zero emissions for both Scope 1 and 2 by 2025, with a 50% reduction target for Scope 2 emissions from a 2021 baseline by 2030. Additionally, Lockheed Martin has set a long-term goal to reach net-zero emissions by 2050. In the UK, the 2024 emissions data indicates a total of approximately 3,288,000 kg CO2e, with 89,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 98,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 3,101,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The company has made strides in reducing its carbon intensity, achieving a 53% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions intensity from a 2015 baseline by 2022. Lockheed Martin's climate commitments include a 70% reduction in carbon emissions per dollar of gross profit by 2030, with a focus on energy efficiency and renewable energy sources. The company is actively working towards these targets, with progress reported in its sustainability performance reports.
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2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 306,550,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 647,595,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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