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Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation Sustainability Profile

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Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a prominent player in the aviation industry, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1958, Gulfstream has established itself as a leader in the design and manufacture of business jets, renowned for their innovative technology and luxurious interiors. The company’s core offerings include a range of high-performance aircraft, such as the Gulfstream G650 and G700, which are celebrated for their speed, range, and advanced avionics. Gulfstream's commitment to quality and customer satisfaction has earned it a strong market position, with numerous accolades for excellence in engineering and design. As a subsidiary of General Dynamics, Gulfstream continues to set benchmarks in the aerospace sector, consistently pushing the boundaries of what is possible in business aviation.

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22

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Air Transport 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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation's score of 22 is higher than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from General Dynamics Corporation

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of General Dynamics Corporation, which may influence its climate-related initiatives and reporting. While Gulfstream Aerospace has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, it is important to note that its parent company, General Dynamics Corporation, may have relevant climate commitments and performance metrics. However, details on these initiatives are not provided in the available data. As a player in the aerospace industry, Gulfstream Aerospace is likely to be impacted by broader industry trends towards sustainability and emissions reduction. The company may align its strategies with those of its parent organisation, which could include participation in initiatives such as the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) and other sustainability frameworks. In summary, Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation currently lacks specific emissions data and reduction targets, but its affiliation with General Dynamics Corporation suggests potential alignment with industry standards and climate commitments.

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

How Carbon Intensive is Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation's primary industry is Air transport services (62), which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation'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%

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation'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.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation 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
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