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.
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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General Atomics's score of 25 is lower than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, General Atomics reported total carbon emissions of approximately 23,593,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 20,416,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and about 3,377,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks an increase from 2022, where emissions were about 17,589,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 14,689,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 3,062,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. General Atomics has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, nor does it appear to have cascaded any targets from parent organisations. The absence of documented reduction initiatives suggests a need for further development in their climate strategy. Overall, while General Atomics has made strides in emissions reporting, the lack of reduction targets indicates an opportunity for enhanced climate action and commitment to sustainability.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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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.
