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Transport Equipment Manufacturing
GB
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Cobham Limited Sustainability Profile

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Cobham Limited, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading player in the aerospace and defence industry, renowned for its innovative solutions and advanced technologies. Founded in 1934, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America and Europe, and has achieved significant milestones in its nearly nine-decade history. Specialising in critical communications, air-to-air refuelling, and advanced electronic systems, Cobham's core products are distinguished by their reliability and cutting-edge design. The company is recognised for its commitment to quality and safety, positioning itself as a trusted partner for military and commercial clients alike. With a robust market presence and a reputation for excellence, Cobham Limited continues to drive advancements in aerospace technology, solidifying its status as a leader in the sector.

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26

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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Cobham Limited's score of 26 is higher than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Cobham Limited's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Cobham Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,486,000 kg CO2e in Great Britain. This figure includes 1,224,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, primarily from stationary combustion, and 1,085,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, calculated on a market-based approach. The total emissions for the global operations of Cobham Limited reached about 52,436,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 8,629,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 36,249,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2021, the company's emissions in Great Britain were slightly lower at approximately 3,500,000 kg CO2e, indicating a marginal reduction year-on-year. The Scope 1 emissions for that year were 1,244,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions amounted to 875,000 kg CO2e on a market-based approach. Despite these figures, Cobham Limited has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company does not disclose Scope 3 emissions, which are often significant in the aerospace and defence sectors. Overall, while Cobham Limited has shown slight improvements in emissions, the lack of formal reduction commitments suggests an opportunity for enhanced climate action within the organisation.

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24,000
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Scope 3
236,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Cobham Limited's Industry?

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

How Carbon Intensive is Cobham 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 Cobham Limited is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Cobham 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.

Cobham Limited 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.

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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