General Electric Company, commonly known as GE, is a prominent American multinational conglomerate headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1892, GE has established itself as a leader in various sectors, including aviation, healthcare, power, and renewable energy. With significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia, the company has consistently driven innovation and technological advancement. GE is renowned for its cutting-edge products and services, such as jet engines, medical imaging equipment, and energy solutions, which are distinguished by their reliability and efficiency. Over the years, GE has achieved numerous milestones, including pioneering advancements in industrial technology and sustainable energy practices. As a key player in the global market, GE continues to shape industries and improve lives through its commitment to innovation and excellence.
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In 2023, General Electric (GE) reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 7,000,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 113,528,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 139,701,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Notably, Scope 3 emissions accounted for about 6,800,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from upstream and downstream transportation and distribution. GE has made a substantial commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In February 2022, the company joined the U.S. Department of Energy's Better Climate Challenge, pledging to cut its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by at least 50% by 2032. This initiative reflects GE's dedication to sustainability and aligns with industry standards for climate action. The company's emissions data from previous years shows a trend of significant emissions, with Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions in 2018 totalling approximately 2,800,000,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a focus on reducing emissions over time, particularly in light of their recent commitments. GE's ongoing efforts to address climate change demonstrate a proactive approach to environmental responsibility within the industrial sector.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,290,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 1,510,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Ge is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.