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BAE Systems Surface Ships Limited Sustainability Profile

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BAE Systems Surface Ships Limited, a prominent player in the defence and maritime industry, is headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 2008, the company has rapidly evolved, focusing on the design, build, and support of surface ships for the Royal Navy and international clients. With major operational regions across the UK and partnerships extending globally, BAE Systems Surface Ships Limited is renowned for its advanced naval capabilities. The company’s core offerings include the construction of frigates, destroyers, and support vessels, distinguished by their cutting-edge technology and innovative design. BAE Systems Surface Ships Limited has achieved significant milestones, including the successful delivery of the Type 26 Global Combat Ship programme, solidifying its market position as a leader in naval shipbuilding. With a commitment to excellence and sustainability, the company continues to shape the future of maritime defence.

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69

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.

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Industry Benchmark

BAE Systems Surface Ships Limited's score of 69 is higher than 86% 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 Surface Ships Limited's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from BAE Systems plc

BAE Systems Surface Ships Limited, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as no emissions figures are available. The company is a current subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, which may influence its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As part of its corporate family, BAE Systems Surface Ships Limited adheres to the climate initiatives and targets set by BAE Systems plc. However, specific reduction targets or achievements at the subsidiary level have not been disclosed. The company is involved in broader sustainability efforts, including initiatives cascaded from BAE Systems plc, which may include commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and other climate-related frameworks. While no absolute emissions numbers are provided, BAE Systems plc's overarching climate strategy likely informs the subsidiary's approach to managing carbon emissions and addressing climate change. The absence of specific data highlights the need for transparency in emissions reporting within the industry.

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592,745,000
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Scope 3
147,125,000
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How Carbon Intensive is BAE Systems Surface Ships Limited's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. BAE Systems Surface Ships Limited's primary industry is Transport Equipment Manufacturing, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is BAE Systems Surface Ships Limited'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 BAE Systems Surface Ships Limited is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

BAE Systems Surface Ships Limited's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

BAE Systems Surface Ships Limited's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 7% last year and decreased by approximately 17% since 2017, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 25% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Business Travel
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BAE Systems Surface Ships Limited'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.

BAE Systems Surface Ships Limited 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.

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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