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 2023, Northrop Grumman reported total carbon emissions of approximately 710,270,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 309,030,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 398,970,000 kg CO2e. The company has disclosed emissions data across all three scopes, indicating a comprehensive approach to tracking its carbon footprint. In 2022, the total emissions were around 704,600,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of about 281,340,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 422,300,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a slight increase in emissions from the previous year, highlighting the ongoing challenges in reducing carbon outputs. Northrop Grumman has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as per the latest data, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests that while the company is actively measuring its emissions, it may need to establish clearer goals to enhance its sustainability efforts. Overall, Northrop Grumman's emissions data underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring and the need for strategic initiatives to address climate change effectively.
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| 2010 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 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 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 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.
