Qinetiq
QinetiQ, a leading defence and security technology company, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Australia. Founded in 2001, QinetiQ has established itself as a key player in the defence sector, focusing on areas such as advanced technology solutions, engineering services, and operational support. The company is renowned for its innovative products and services, including cutting-edge robotics, cyber security solutions, and test and evaluation services. QinetiQ's commitment to research and development sets it apart, enabling it to deliver unique capabilities that meet the evolving needs of its clients. With a strong market position, QinetiQ has achieved notable milestones, including partnerships with government and commercial entities, solidifying its reputation as a trusted provider in the defence and security landscape.
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Qinetiq's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, QinetiQ reported total carbon emissions of approximately 34,934,000 kg CO2e, comprising 20,996,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 11,358,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 11,413,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a slight increase from 2022, where total emissions were about 34,671,000 kg CO2e. QinetiQ has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2050, using FY2020 as the baseline year. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% and Scope 3 emissions by 30% by FY2030. Additionally, it aims to cut emissions from the use of sold products by 42% within the same timeframe. For long-term goals, QinetiQ is committed to a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions and Scope 3 emissions by FY2050, again using FY2020 as the reference point. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect QinetiQ's commitment to addressing climate change within the aerospace and defence sector.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 18,441,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 16,281,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 17,041,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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