Babcock International Group, commonly referred to as Babcock, is a leading engineering services company headquartered in the United Kingdom. Established in 1891, Babcock has evolved into a key player in the defence, emergency services, and civil sectors, with significant operations across Europe, North America, and Australia. The company specialises in providing critical support services, including asset management, engineering, and training solutions, tailored to meet the unique needs of its clients. Babcock's commitment to innovation and sustainability sets it apart in the industry, enabling it to deliver high-quality services that enhance operational efficiency. With a strong market position, Babcock has achieved notable milestones, including partnerships with various government agencies and private sector clients. Its reputation for reliability and expertise solidifies its status as a trusted partner in complex engineering and support services.
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In 2024, Babcock International Group PLC reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 15,518,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 3,339,000 kg CO2e, and a staggering Scope 3 total of around 7,237,030,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects their global operations, with a total of approximately 7,255,588,000 kg CO2e when combining all scopes. Babcock has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across Scope 1 and 2 by 2040, as part of their "Plan Zero 40" strategy initiated in 2021. They also aim to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% by 2040 from a 2021 baseline. In the near term, they have committed to a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2030, also from a 2021 base year. In 2022, Babcock achieved an 8.6% reduction in emissions, contributing to an overall reduction of 12.9% against their adjusted baseline. Their targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which confirms their commitment to a 1.5-degree pathway. Babcock's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures are independently reported. The company is headquartered in Great Britain and operates within the aerospace and defence sector, reflecting a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 168,152,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 81,364,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 18,654,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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