Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is a premier aerospace and defence company headquartered in Bengaluru, India. Established in 1940, HAL has played a pivotal role in the Indian aviation sector, evolving into a key player in the design, manufacture, and maintenance of aircraft, helicopters, and associated systems. With major operational facilities across India, HAL is renowned for its indigenous products, including the Tejas fighter jet and the Dhruv Advanced Light Helicopter. The company’s commitment to innovation and self-reliance has positioned it as a leader in the aerospace industry, contributing significantly to India's defence capabilities. HAL's achievements include numerous collaborations with global aerospace firms, enhancing its market position and reputation for quality and reliability in the competitive aerospace landscape.
How does Hindustan Aeronautics'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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Hindustan Aeronautics's score of 16 is lower than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Hindustan Aeronautics reported total carbon emissions of approximately 137.9 million kg CO2e, comprising about 48.9 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 89.1 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This data reflects their commitment to transparency in emissions reporting, although no Scope 3 emissions data was disclosed. Comparatively, in 2023, the company recorded total emissions of approximately 137.9 million kg CO2e, with similar contributions from Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The figures indicate a consistent level of emissions over the two years, suggesting a stable operational footprint. Hindustan Aeronautics has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of documented reduction strategies highlights an area for potential improvement in their climate commitments. Overall, while Hindustan Aeronautics demonstrates a commitment to emissions transparency, the lack of defined reduction targets may limit their progress in addressing climate change effectively.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 33,851,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 105,047,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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.
Hindustan Aeronautics 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.

