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Telecommunications Services
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Kongsberg Satellite Services AS Sustainability Profile

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Kongsberg Satellite Services AS, commonly referred to as KSAT, is a leading provider of satellite ground services headquartered in Norway. Established in 2000, the company has rapidly evolved to become a key player in the satellite communications industry, with operational regions spanning across Europe, North America, and beyond. KSAT specialises in delivering high-quality satellite data services, including satellite tracking, data reception, and processing. Their unique network of ground stations ensures reliable and efficient communication for various applications, from Earth observation to maritime monitoring. With a strong commitment to innovation, KSAT has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a trusted partner for both commercial and governmental clients. Recognised for its advanced technology and exceptional service, Kongsberg Satellite Services AS continues to set industry standards, making it a prominent name in the satellite services sector.

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74

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Telecommunications Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

36

Industry Benchmark

Kongsberg Satellite Services AS's score of 74 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Kongsberg Satellite Services AS's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Kongsberg Gruppen ASA

Kongsberg Satellite Services AS, headquartered in Norway, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of Kongsberg Gruppen ASA, which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. While Kongsberg Satellite Services AS does not have its own documented reduction targets, it inherits climate initiatives from its parent company, Kongsberg Gruppen ASA. This includes participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), which are aimed at establishing science-based emissions reduction targets. However, specific targets or achievements related to emissions reductions have not been disclosed for Kongsberg Satellite Services AS. As a subsidiary, Kongsberg Satellite Services AS aligns with the broader climate strategies of Kongsberg Gruppen ASA, which may include commitments to sustainability and reducing carbon footprints across its operations. The lack of specific emissions data and reduction targets highlights the need for further transparency in their climate commitments.

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How Carbon Intensive is Kongsberg Satellite Services AS's Industry?

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

How Carbon Intensive is Kongsberg Satellite Services AS'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 Kongsberg Satellite Services AS is in NO, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Kongsberg Satellite Services AS's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Kongsberg Satellite Services AS's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 12% last year and increased significantly since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 209% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Use of Sold Products
209%
Purchased Goods and Services
13%
Investments
<1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Upstream Leased Assets
<1%
Capital Goods
<1%

Kongsberg Satellite Services AS'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.

Kongsberg Satellite Services AS 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
Reduction Actions

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