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Hensoldt Sustainability Profile

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Hensoldt AG, a leading global provider of sensor solutions, is headquartered in Taufkirchen, Germany. Founded in 2017, the company has quickly established itself in the defence and security industry, focusing on advanced technologies such as radar, optronics, and electronic warfare. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Hensoldt serves a diverse clientele, including military and civil sectors. The company’s core products, including cutting-edge surveillance systems and integrated sensor solutions, are renowned for their reliability and innovation. Hensoldt's commitment to research and development has positioned it as a key player in the market, achieving significant milestones such as the successful deployment of its systems in various international defence projects. With a reputation for excellence, Hensoldt continues to shape the future of sensor technology.

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48

Industry Average

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27

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Hensoldt's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Hensoldt reported total carbon emissions of approximately 488.9 million kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 2.6 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of approximately 9.0 million kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 477.2 million kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major contributions from purchased goods and services (about 363.4 million kg CO2e) and business travel (approximately 27.0 million kg CO2e). Hensoldt has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2035. Intermediate targets include a 25% reduction in these emissions by 2026, 50% by 2029, and 75% by 2032, using a base value of 21,886 tCO2e from fiscal year 2020. These targets reflect Hensoldt's commitment to addressing its carbon footprint and aligning with industry standards for climate action.

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20202021202220232024
Scope 1
3,408,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
7,039,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
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000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Hensoldt's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Hensoldt's primary industry is Other Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Hensoldt'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 Hensoldt is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Hensoldt's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 76% of Scope 3 emissions.

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2024
Purchased Goods and Services
76%
Capital Goods
10%
Business Travel
6%
Use of Sold Products
5%
Employee Commuting
2%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
1%

Hensoldt'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.

Hensoldt 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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