Meggitt Sustainability Profile
Meggitt PLC, a leading global engineering company, is headquartered in the United Kingdom and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1850, Meggitt has established itself in the aerospace and defence sectors, specialising in advanced materials and technologies that enhance safety and performance. The company’s core offerings include sensors, systems, and components that are integral to aircraft, defence systems, and energy applications. Meggitt is renowned for its innovative solutions, such as its cutting-edge thermal management systems and high-performance sensors, which set it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, Meggitt has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for engineering excellence and sustainability initiatives, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the aerospace and defence industries.
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Meggitt's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Meggitt PLC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 55,010,000 kg CO2e, comprising 26,342,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 28,668,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marked a reduction from 2020, where total emissions were about 88,959,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 31,042,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 57,917,000 kg CO2e. Meggitt has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2025, using 2015 as the baseline year. This target is part of their broader strategy to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, as confirmed by their Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitment. The company has demonstrated a commitment to sustainability within the aerospace and defence sector, with emissions data cascaded from its parent organization, Meggitt PLC. As of now, there is no reported data on Scope 3 emissions. Meggitt's ongoing efforts reflect a proactive approach to climate change, aligning with industry standards and expectations for corporate responsibility in emissions reduction.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 132,074,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Meggitt'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.
Meggitt has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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