Cessna Aircraft Company Inc., a prominent name in the aviation industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1927, Cessna has established itself as a leader in the design and manufacture of general aviation aircraft, including single-engine and multi-engine planes. With a strong presence in North America and significant operations worldwide, the company has achieved numerous milestones, including the introduction of innovative models like the Cessna Citation series. Cessna's core offerings include business jets, turboprop aircraft, and piston aircraft, each distinguished by their reliability and performance. The company is renowned for its commitment to safety and advanced technology, making its aircraft a preferred choice among pilots and aviation enthusiasts. Cessna's market position is bolstered by its rich heritage and a reputation for quality, solidifying its status as a trusted name in aviation.
How does Cessna Aircraft Company 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.
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Cessna Aircraft Company Inc.'s score of 20 is lower than 50% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Cessna Aircraft Company Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for recent years. The company is part of Textron Inc., which provides emissions data and climate commitments at a higher corporate level. As a merged entity, Cessna's climate initiatives and targets are influenced by Textron's sustainability strategies. Textron Inc. has made commitments to reduce its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets for Cessna Aircraft Company Inc. have not been detailed. The absence of specific emissions data and reduction initiatives suggests that Cessna may be in the early stages of formalising its climate commitments or may rely on broader corporate strategies set by Textron. As part of the aviation industry, Cessna is expected to align with emerging standards and practices aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions, particularly in light of increasing regulatory pressures and market expectations for sustainability. The company’s future climate commitments may evolve as it integrates more closely with Textron's sustainability goals.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 183,644,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000.00 |
Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 7% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Waste Generated in Operations" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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.
Cessna Aircraft Company Inc. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.