Bwx Technologies, commonly referred to as BWXT, is a leading provider of advanced nuclear and industrial technologies, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1856, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Canada and various international markets.
Specialising in nuclear components and services, BWXT is renowned for its innovative solutions in the nuclear power sector, particularly in the design and manufacture of reactor systems and fuel. The company’s commitment to safety and efficiency has positioned it as a trusted partner in the energy industry.
With a rich history of milestones, BWXT continues to achieve notable advancements, solidifying its market position as a pioneer in nuclear technology and contributing to the global transition towards cleaner energy solutions.
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Industry Intensity
Computer Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Computer Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 19% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Bwx Technologies's reported carbon emissions
BWX Technologies (BWXT), headquartered in the US, has reported its carbon emissions across various scopes. In 2024, BWXT recorded approximately 28.5 million kg CO2e for Scope 1 emissions and about 65.1 million kg CO2e for Scope 2 emissions. The total disclosed emissions for 2024 were approximately 93.6 million kg CO2e. For 2023, BWXT's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 39.5 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were about 75.2 million kg CO2e, resulting in total disclosed emissions of approximately 114.7 million kg CO2e. In 2022, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 30.7 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were around 68.9 million kg CO2e, with total disclosed emissions of approximately 99.6 million kg CO2e. For 2021, BWXT reported significant Scope 1 emissions of approximately 227.8 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 67.9 million kg CO2e, for a total of approximately 295.7 million kg CO2e. In 2020, BWXT's Scope 2 emissions were approximately 64.5 million kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were not disclosed for this year. For 2019, Scope 2 emissions were approximately 63.9 million kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were not disclosed for this year. BWXT has disclosed Scope 3 emissions only for the year 2018, reporting approximately 3.6 million kg CO2e for waste generated in operations. Total emissions for 2018 were approximately 91.98 million kg CO2e, though specific breakdown for Scope 1 and Scope 2 for this year is not fully detailed. BWXT has not disclosed any specific greenhouse gas reduction targets or commitments. The company's climate commitments, as per the provided data, are not detailed, and there are no SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) reduction targets mentioned. BWXT's reporting indicates missing data points for Scope 3 categories such as purchased goods and services, business travel, and employee commute across several reporting years.
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