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General Atomics

General Atomics, a prominent player in the defence and energy sectors, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1955, the company has established itself as a leader in advanced technology, particularly in unmanned aerial systems, electromagnetic systems, and nuclear energy. With major operational regions across North America and international markets, General Atomics is renowned for its innovative products, including the Predator and Reaper drones, which have set benchmarks in military surveillance and reconnaissance. The company’s commitment to research and development has led to significant milestones, including advancements in fusion energy and high-energy laser systems. General Atomics is recognised for its unique capabilities in integrating cutting-edge technology with practical applications, solidifying its market position as a trusted partner in both defence and energy solutions.

DitchCarbon Score

How does General Atomics'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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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Research 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.

24

Industry Benchmark

General Atomics's score of 23 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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General Atomics's reported carbon emissions

General Atomics, headquartered in the US, currently does not provide specific carbon emissions data or reduction targets. Without available figures, it is challenging to assess their carbon footprint or climate commitments in detail. However, the company is expected to align with industry standards and practices regarding climate action. As the global focus on sustainability intensifies, organisations like General Atomics are increasingly encouraged to establish clear emissions reduction targets and commitments to mitigate their environmental impact.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. General Atomics's primary industry is Research and development services (73), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 General Atomics is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

General Atomics 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.

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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