Howmet Aerospace
Howmet Aerospace Inc., headquartered in the United States, is a leading player in the aerospace and defence industry, specialising in advanced engineered solutions. Founded in 1888, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in innovation and sustainability. With major operational regions across North America, Europe, and Asia, Howmet Aerospace focuses on producing high-performance metal components and systems, particularly in the areas of aerospace fasteners, turbine engines, and additive manufacturing. What sets Howmet apart is its commitment to cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices, ensuring that its core products meet the rigorous demands of the aerospace sector. The company holds a strong market position, recognised for its contributions to both commercial and military aviation, and has achieved notable accolades for its advancements in lightweight materials and manufacturing processes.
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Industry Benchmark
Howmet Aerospace's score of 48 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Howmet Aerospace's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Howmet Aerospace reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,240,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 390,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 460,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and 2,240,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. Over the years, Howmet's emissions have fluctuated, with total emissions recorded at approximately 1,020,000,000 kg CO2e in 2016, peaking at about 1,070,000,000 kg CO2e in 2017, and gradually decreasing to around 980,000,000 kg CO2e in 2019. The company has reported emissions across all three scopes, indicating a comprehensive approach to tracking its environmental impact. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets, Howmet Aerospace's ongoing efforts to monitor and report its emissions reflect an awareness of climate commitments within the aerospace industry. The company continues to engage in practices aimed at sustainability, aligning with broader industry standards for climate action.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,020,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 600,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,940,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Howmet Aerospace is not committed to any 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.
