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Cobham Limited

Cobham Limited, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading player in the aerospace and defence industry, renowned for its innovative solutions and advanced technologies. Founded in 1934, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America and Europe, and has achieved significant milestones in its nearly nine-decade history. Specialising in critical communications, air-to-air refuelling, and advanced electronic systems, Cobham's core products are distinguished by their reliability and cutting-edge design. The company is recognised for its commitment to quality and safety, positioning itself as a trusted partner for military and commercial clients alike. With a robust market presence and a reputation for excellence, Cobham Limited continues to drive advancements in aerospace technology, solidifying its status as a leader in the sector.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Cobham Limited's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

18

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Transport Equipment Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

20

Industry Benchmark

Cobham Limited's score of 18 is lower than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Cobham Limited's reported carbon emissions

In 2018, Cobham Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 413,949,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 110,659,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 45,521,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 303,289,000 kg CO2e. Despite the substantial emissions, there are currently no publicly disclosed reduction targets or climate pledges from Cobham Limited. The company operates within a context where many industries are increasingly committing to ambitious climate goals, yet Cobham has not outlined specific initiatives or targets to reduce its carbon footprint. As a UK-based organisation, Cobham Limited's emissions data highlights the need for ongoing assessment and potential action towards sustainability and climate responsibility in alignment with global efforts to mitigate climate change.

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2018
Scope 1
110,659,000
Scope 2
45,521,000
Scope 3
303,289,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Cobham Limited's primary industry is Other transport equipment (35), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Cobham Limited is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Cobham Limited 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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