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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In 2023, Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 307,154,000 kg CO2e, comprising 82,805,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 224,349,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This represents a slight decrease from 2022, where total emissions were about 323,114,000 kg CO2e. HII has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives, indicating a lack of formal commitments to reduce emissions at this time. The company operates within the defence and shipbuilding industry, which is under increasing scrutiny for its environmental impact. As such, HII's emissions data reflects the ongoing challenges faced by the sector in addressing climate change and improving sustainability practices. Overall, while HII has made strides in tracking its emissions, further commitments and reduction strategies will be essential for aligning with global climate goals.
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Get Started2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 101,045,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 248,951,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - |
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Huntington Ingalls Industries 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.