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 reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 65,285,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 17,824,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 47,461,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 1,569,480 kg CO2e. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals that employee commuting accounted for about 1,180,821 kg CO2e, while upstream and downstream transportation and distribution contributed approximately 196,208 kg CO2e and 192,451 kg CO2e, respectively. KAI's emissions have shown fluctuations over the past few years. In 2022, the company emitted about 47,512,000 kg CO2e in total, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 14,512,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 47,189,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2021, saw total emissions of about 58,792,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 13,076,000 kg CO2e and 45,072,000 kg CO2e, respectively. Despite these figures, KAI has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company continues to operate within the aerospace industry, which is increasingly focusing on sustainability and reducing carbon footprints.
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| 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 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Korea Aerospace 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.
