Nats
NATS, or National Air Traffic Services, is a leading provider of air traffic management services headquartered in the United Kingdom. Established in 1962, NATS has played a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of air travel across the UK and beyond, with significant operations in Europe and the Middle East. Specialising in air traffic control, NATS offers innovative solutions that enhance flight safety and optimise airspace usage. Their unique approach combines advanced technology with expert personnel, setting them apart in the aviation industry. NATS has achieved notable milestones, including the successful implementation of cutting-edge air traffic management systems. Recognised for their commitment to sustainability and operational excellence, NATS continues to maintain a strong market position, contributing to the future of air travel while prioritising safety and efficiency.
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Nats's score of 30 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Nats's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, NATS Holdings Limited reported a total of approximately 10,587,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 41% by the fiscal year 2026, using 2019 as the base year. This target also extends to Scope 3 emissions, which include categories such as purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, business travel, and employee commuting. NATS's emissions data from previous years shows a trend of increasing emissions, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 3,706,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 12,500,000 kg CO2e in 2021. The company has also committed to ensuring that 50% of its suppliers by spend on capital goods will have science-based targets by FY2026. Overall, NATS is actively working towards significant reductions in its carbon footprint, aligning its strategies with industry standards for climate action.
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Add to project| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,183,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | 27,934,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - |
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Nats is committed to some 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.
