General Dynamics
General Dynamics Corporation, commonly referred to as General Dynamics, is a leading global aerospace and defence company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia. Founded in 1952, the company has established itself as a key player in the defence industry, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and the Middle East. The firm operates in various sectors, including aerospace, combat systems, information technology, and marine systems. General Dynamics is renowned for its innovative products and services, such as advanced military vehicles, submarines, and secure communication systems, which are distinguished by their cutting-edge technology and reliability. With a strong market position, General Dynamics consistently ranks among the top defence contractors worldwide, achieving notable milestones such as the development of the Gulfstream business jets and the Virginia-class submarines. The company's commitment to excellence and innovation continues to drive its success in the competitive aerospace and defence landscape.
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General Dynamics's score of 43 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
General Dynamics's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, General Dynamics reported total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of approximately 713,874 tonnes CO2e, which includes 323,044 tonnes CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 390,830 tonnes CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions were recorded at about 183,908 tonnes CO2e, with significant contributions from business travel and fuel-related activities. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 40% by 2034, using 2019 as the baseline year. This commitment aligns with the broader industry goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, particularly in collaboration with aviation sector partners. General Dynamics has demonstrated a consistent reduction in carbon intensity over the years, with a notable decrease in emissions per million dollars of revenue, reflecting their ongoing efforts to enhance sustainability practices. The company is actively working towards its long-term goal of net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050.
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Add to project2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 317,081,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 445,119,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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General Dynamics is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
