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GDIT Sustainability Profile

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General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT), headquartered in the United States, is a leading provider of technology solutions and services. Founded in 1967, GDIT has established a strong presence across various operational regions, including North America and Europe, serving both government and commercial sectors. Specialising in IT services, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and data analytics, GDIT distinguishes itself through its commitment to innovation and customer-centric solutions. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous contracts with federal agencies, which solidify its position as a trusted partner in the defence and intelligence communities. With a reputation for delivering high-quality services and a focus on mission success, GDIT continues to be a key player in the information technology industry, recognised for its expertise and reliability in addressing complex challenges.

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40

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Computer Services 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.

31

Industry Benchmark

GDIT's score of 40 is higher than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

62%

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GDIT's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from General Dynamics Corporation

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. (GDIT), headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The organisation is a current subsidiary of General Dynamics Corporation, which may influence its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As of now, GDIT has not outlined any specific reduction targets or initiatives related to carbon emissions. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests that the company is still in the early stages of formalising its climate strategy. Emissions data and performance metrics may be inherited from its parent company, General Dynamics Corporation, which operates under broader corporate sustainability initiatives. However, specific figures or commitments from GDIT itself are not disclosed at this time. In summary, while GDIT is part of a larger corporate family that may have climate initiatives, it currently lacks detailed emissions data and specific reduction commitments.

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200820192020202120222023
Scope 1
298,818,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
605,730,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
-
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is GDIT's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. GDIT's primary industry is Computer Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is GDIT'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 GDIT is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

GDIT's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

GDIT's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 91% last year and increased by approximately 44% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 33% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 52% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
52%
Business Travel
16%
Waste Generated in Operations
8%

GDIT'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.

GDIT 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
Reduction Actions

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