Babcock Sustainability Profile
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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Babcock's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Babcock International Group PLC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,670,280,000 kg CO2e globally, with 42,714,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 60,816,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 3,566,750,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In the UK, their emissions were about 84,673,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 57,477,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based). Babcock has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across its operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 2040. They have also committed to a 42% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline. Furthermore, they plan to achieve a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2040, and a 42% reduction in Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. In 2022, Babcock successfully reduced its emissions by 8.6%, achieving a 12.9% reduction in its absolute footprint against an adjusted baseline. Their interim Science Based Target (SBT) requires a 4.2% annual carbon reduction against a 2019 baseline. Babcock's climate strategy is aligned with industry standards, reflecting a commitment to sustainability and responsible environmental stewardship.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 105,479,660 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 93,558,180 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 10,724,800 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Babcock's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Babcock's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 15% last year and increased significantly since 2016, 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 "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 75% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Babcock'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.
Babcock has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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