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.
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Industry Benchmark
NASA's score of 22 is higher than 86% 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
As of 2022, NASA's carbon emissions totalled approximately 30,400,715,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 109,099,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 109,099,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 30,400,715,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This data indicates a significant reliance on indirect emissions, particularly from purchased goods and services. In previous years, NASA's emissions have shown fluctuations. For instance, in 2019, the agency reported 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 trend from 2008 to 2014 showed a gradual decrease in Scope 1 and 2 emissions, with a total of 1,364,000,000 kg CO2e in 2008, reducing to 897,493,000 kg CO2e by 2014. Despite these figures, NASA has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The agency's focus appears to be on sustainability planning, as outlined in their 5-Year Sustainability Plan for FY 2022-2026, which aims to enhance their environmental performance. Overall, NASA's emissions data reflects a complex landscape of carbon output, with a significant emphasis on Scope 3 emissions, highlighting the need for comprehensive strategies to address indirect emissions in their climate commitments.
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| 2008 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2018 | 2019 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 171,277,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 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.
