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Transport Equipment Manufacturing
GB
updated 2 months ago

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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24

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.

24

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Cobham Limited's reported carbon emissions

In 2017, Cobham Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 200,000 kg CO2e, comprising 35,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 21,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 178,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data reflects the company's commitment to transparency in its environmental impact, although no specific reduction targets or initiatives have been documented. The emissions data from previous years indicates a trend in emissions management, with total emissions recorded at approximately 537.9 million kg CO2e in 2016 and approximately 553.8 million kg CO2e in 2015. The breakdown for 2016 shows 71,960,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 9,050,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 465,955,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. In 2015, the figures were 76,963,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 20,850,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 476,813,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or initiatives, Cobham Limited's emissions data reflects its operational footprint and highlights the importance of ongoing efforts in carbon management. The company has not cascaded any emissions data from a parent organization, indicating that all reported figures are derived directly from its own operations.

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201520162017
Scope 1
76,963,000
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Scope 2
20,850,000
0,000,000
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Scope 3
476,813,000
000,000,000
000,000

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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