Korea Aerospace Industries
Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI), headquartered in South Korea (KR), is a leading player in the aerospace and defence industry. Founded in 1999, KAI has established itself as a key manufacturer of military and civilian aircraft, including the T-50 Golden Eagle and the KF-21 Boramae fighter jet. With major operational regions spanning Asia and beyond, KAI is renowned for its innovative approach to aerospace technology. The company’s core offerings include aircraft design, production, and maintenance services, distinguished by their commitment to quality and advanced engineering. KAI has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with global aerospace firms and contributions to various international defence projects. As a prominent entity in the aerospace sector, KAI continues to enhance its market position through cutting-edge developments and strategic collaborations.
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Korea Aerospace Industries's score of 29 is lower than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Korea Aerospace Industries's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 65,285,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 17,824,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 47,461,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, representing indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions totalled about 1,569,480 kg CO2e, encompassing various indirect emissions, including business travel and the transportation of goods. In 2022, KAI's total emissions were about 62,971,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 14,512,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 47,189,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were approximately 1,569,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2021, the company reported total emissions of around 58,148,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of 13,076,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of 45,072,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions were about 1,569,000 kg CO2e. KAI has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. However, the company is part of an industry that is increasingly focusing on sustainability and reducing carbon footprints. As such, KAI's emissions data reflects the ongoing challenges and opportunities in the aerospace sector regarding climate action.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 12,006,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 37,135,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,270,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Korea Aerospace 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.
