NASA
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is a pivotal agency in the United States, headquartered in Washington, D.C. Established in 1958, NASA has been at the forefront of space exploration and aeronautics research, with major operational centres across the country, including the Kennedy Space Center in Florida and the Johnson Space Center in Texas. Renowned for its groundbreaking missions, such as the Apollo moon-landing programme and the Mars Rover explorations, NASA's core services encompass space science, human spaceflight, and Earth observation. Its unique capabilities in developing advanced technologies and conducting scientific research have solidified its position as a leader in the aerospace industry. With numerous accolades, including the prestigious Collier Trophy, NASA continues to inspire innovation and exploration, shaping the future of space travel and scientific discovery.
DitchCarbon Score
How does NASA's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
NASA's score of 17 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
NASA's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, NASA reported significant carbon emissions totalling approximately 30,400,715,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This included about 109,099,000 kg CO2e from both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, while Scope 3 emissions accounted for the majority. In 2019, NASA's emissions were approximately 31,422,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 3,566,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 27,856,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The 2018 data indicated Scope 1 emissions of about 16,216,440 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, NASA has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or commitments under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The agency's focus remains on sustainability and reducing its environmental impact, as outlined in its 5-Year Sustainability Plan for FY 2022-2026.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 16,216,440 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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NASA 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.
