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Airbus Aerostructures GmbH Sustainability Profile

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Airbus Aerostructures GmbH, a key subsidiary of Airbus, is headquartered in Germany and operates primarily in the aerospace industry. Founded in the early 2000s, the company has established itself as a leader in the design and manufacturing of aerostructures, including fuselage sections and wing components for commercial and military aircraft. With major operational facilities in Germany, Airbus Aerostructures GmbH is renowned for its innovative approach to lightweight materials and advanced manufacturing techniques. The company’s commitment to quality and sustainability has positioned it as a trusted partner in the aerospace supply chain. Notable achievements include significant contributions to the Airbus A320 and A350 programmes, showcasing its expertise in delivering high-performance, reliable aerostructures that meet the evolving demands of the aviation market.

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52

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Air Transport 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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Airbus Aerostructures GmbH's score of 52 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Airbus Aerostructures GmbH's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Airbus SE

Airbus Aerostructures GmbH, headquartered in Germany, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Airbus SE, which influences its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As part of its corporate family, Airbus Aerostructures GmbH adheres to the sustainability initiatives and targets set by Airbus SE. This includes participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), both of which are aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions across the organisation. However, specific reduction targets or achievements for Airbus Aerostructures GmbH have not been disclosed. The company is committed to aligning its operations with industry standards for climate action, although detailed metrics on emissions or specific reduction initiatives are not available at this time. As a subsidiary, it benefits from the overarching climate strategies of Airbus SE, which are designed to enhance sustainability and reduce the environmental impact of its operations.

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How Carbon Intensive is Airbus Aerostructures GmbH's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Airbus Aerostructures GmbH's primary industry is Air transport services (62), which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Airbus Aerostructures GmbH's Location?

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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 Airbus Aerostructures GmbH is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Airbus Aerostructures GmbH's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Airbus Aerostructures GmbH's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 45% last year and decreased by approximately 58% since 2018, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" being the largest emissions source at 102% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Business Travel
102%
Use of Sold Products
86%

Airbus Aerostructures GmbH's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Airbus Aerostructures GmbH has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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