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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Northrop Grumman'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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Northrop Grumman's score of 22 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Northrop Grumman's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Northrop Grumman reported total carbon emissions of approximately 710,270,000 kg CO2e, encompassing both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This figure reflects the company's ongoing commitment to addressing climate change, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. In previous years, emissions data shows a trend of significant emissions, with 2022 emissions at about 704,600,000 kg CO2e, and 2021 at approximately 743,720,000 kg CO2e. The breakdown for 2022 indicates that Scope 1 emissions were around 704,600,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were reported at approximately 488,310,000 kg CO2e (location-based). Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives, Northrop Grumman's emissions data highlights the company's awareness of its environmental impact. The absence of disclosed reduction commitments suggests a potential area for improvement in their sustainability strategy. Overall, Northrop Grumman's emissions reflect the challenges faced by large corporations in managing their carbon footprint while striving for operational efficiency.
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Add to project| 2010 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Northrop Grumman 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.
