Leonardo Sustainability Profile
Leonardo S.p.A., commonly referred to as Leonardo, is a prominent global player in the aerospace, defence, and security sectors, headquartered in Italy. Established in 1948, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones such as its strategic mergers and acquisitions that have bolstered its market position. With a strong operational presence across Europe, North America, and the Middle East, Leonardo excels in delivering advanced technologies and solutions, including avionics, cyber security, and unmanned systems. Its commitment to innovation is evident in its unique offerings, which integrate cutting-edge technology with a focus on sustainability. Recognised for its robust portfolio and strategic partnerships, Leonardo continues to solidify its status as a leader in the industry, contributing to both national and international security initiatives.
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Leonardo's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Leonardo reported approximately 240,000,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 and 2 emissions, a significant reduction from about 423,000,000 kg CO2e in 2023. This represents a downward trend in emissions, aligning with their commitment to reduce annual Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 40% by 2030, based on 2019 levels. Leonardo is also dedicated to achieving Net Zero for Scope 1 and 2 emissions in the UK by 2030, ahead of Ministry of Defence requirements. The company has made strides in reducing Scope 2 emissions, achieving a 21% decrease from 2015 levels, with emissions approximated at 85,000 tonnes CO2e in 2016. Leonardo aims to be carbon neutral across all scopes by 2050, demonstrating a long-term commitment to sustainability. Data for Leonardo's emissions is cascaded from its parent company, Leonardo S.p.a., and the emissions figures reflect a corporate family relationship with Leonardo DRS, Inc. This cascading of data ensures a comprehensive understanding of the company's environmental impact and commitments.
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| 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 199,218,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 316,007,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 512,634,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Leonardo'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.
Leonardo 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.
