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QinetiQ Limited

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QinetiQ Limited, a leading defence and security technology company, is headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 2001, QinetiQ has established itself as a key player in the aerospace, defence, and security sectors, with significant operations across Europe, North America, and Australia. The company offers a diverse range of services, including advanced engineering, testing, and consultancy, which are distinguished by their innovative approach and commitment to quality. QinetiQ's expertise in areas such as robotics, cyber security, and systems integration positions it uniquely within the market. With a strong focus on research and development, QinetiQ has achieved notable milestones, including partnerships with government and commercial entities, solidifying its reputation as a trusted provider in the industry.

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81

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Research Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

27

Industry Benchmark

QinetiQ Limited's score of 81 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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QinetiQ Limited's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, QinetiQ Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 37,385,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 10,404,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 10,542,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 16,439,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2023, the company recorded total emissions of about 34,934,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 12,163,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 11,358,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 11,413,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a rise in emissions from 2023 to 2024. Over the past few years, QinetiQ has seen fluctuations in its emissions, with a notable peak in 2020 at approximately 51,763,000 kg CO2e. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, and there are no documented climate pledges or SBTi targets available. It is important to note that QinetiQ Limited's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, QinetiQ Group plc, reflecting its current subsidiary status. This relationship influences the company's overall climate strategy and reporting.

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16,298,000
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Scope 3
16,357,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. QinetiQ Limited's primary industry is Research and development services (73), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for QinetiQ Limited is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

QinetiQ Limited 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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