Huntington Ingalls Industries
Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII), headquartered in Newport News, Virginia, is a leading American defence contractor and shipbuilding company. Founded in 1886, HII has established itself as a pivotal player in the maritime and defence sectors, with major operations along the U.S. East Coast and Gulf Coast. Specialising in the design, construction, and maintenance of nuclear and non-nuclear ships, HII is renowned for its advanced capabilities in naval shipbuilding, particularly for the U.S. Navy. The company’s core products include aircraft carriers, submarines, and surface combatants, distinguished by their innovative technology and commitment to quality. As one of the largest military shipbuilding companies in the United States, HII has achieved significant milestones, including the delivery of the first aircraft carrier in over 40 years. Its strong market position is underscored by a robust portfolio and a reputation for excellence in defence solutions.
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Huntington Ingalls Industries's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 80,948,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 213,314,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This marks a decrease from 2023, where emissions were approximately 102,002,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 248,950,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company has set ambitious targets to achieve a reduction of over 30% in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, using 2022 as the baseline year. This roadmap is expected to be developed by the end of 2024. HII's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint is evident in its strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing sustainability practices. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, indicating a focus on direct and indirect emissions from its operations. The reduction targets reflect HII's dedication to addressing climate change and improving its environmental performance within the defence and shipbuilding industry.
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| 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 84,575,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 149,750,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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Huntington Ingalls Industries is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
