Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman Corporation, commonly referred to as Northrop Grumman, is a leading global aerospace and defence technology company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1939, the company has established itself as a key player in the industry, with major operational regions across North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific. Specialising in advanced systems and solutions, Northrop Grumman focuses on areas such as autonomous systems, cyber security, C4ISR, and space exploration. Its core products, including the B-21 Raider and the James Webb Space Telescope, are distinguished by their cutting-edge technology and innovative design. With a strong market position, Northrop Grumman has achieved numerous accolades, including recognition for its commitment to sustainability and technological advancement, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in national security and aerospace.
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Northrop Grumman's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Northrop Grumman reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 694,690,000 kg CO2e, comprising 284,710,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 409,980,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using a 2019 baseline. This target encompasses both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, reflecting a commitment to significant climate action. In 2023, Northrop Grumman's emissions in the US included 309,680,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and approximately 490,800,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, indicating a focus on direct and indirect emissions from its operations. Northrop Grumman's climate commitments are part of a broader strategy to enhance sustainability and reduce its carbon footprint. The company is actively working towards achieving its reduction targets, which are critical in the context of global climate initiatives. The emissions data and reduction targets are sourced directly from Northrop Grumman Corporation, with no cascaded data from parent organizations.
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| 2010 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - |
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Northrop Grumman is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
