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BAE Systems, Inc.

BAE Systems, Inc., a leading global defence, security, and aerospace company, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1999, BAE Systems has established itself as a key player in the industry, focusing on advanced technologies and innovative solutions for military and commercial applications. The company excels in various sectors, including electronic systems, cyber security, and naval shipbuilding, offering unique products and services that enhance operational capabilities. BAE Systems is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation, positioning itself as a trusted partner for governments and organisations worldwide. With a strong market presence and a history of notable achievements, BAE Systems continues to shape the future of defence and security.

DitchCarbon Score

How does BAE Systems, Inc.'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.

40

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Medical Device 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.

22

Industry Benchmark

BAE Systems, Inc.'s score of 40 is lower than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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BAE Systems, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2021, BAE Systems, Inc. reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 113,089,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 281,182,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 on a location-based basis. Additionally, their Scope 3 emissions included approximately 2,924,659,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services, 62,519,000 kg CO2e from business travel, and 2,154,000 kg CO2e from waste generated in operations. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives, indicating a lack of formal commitments to reduce emissions through frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). However, BAE Systems is actively engaged in addressing climate change and aims to enhance its sustainability practices. The absence of detailed reduction strategies suggests that further information may be forthcoming as the company continues to develop its climate commitments.

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20192021
Scope 1
184,096,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
379,573,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
-
0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. BAE Systems, Inc.'s primary industry is Medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks (33), which is very 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. BAE Systems, Inc. is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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.

BAE Systems, Inc. is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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

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