Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd., commonly referred to as Rafael, is a leading Israeli defence technology company headquartered in Haifa, Israel. Established in 1948, Rafael has consistently been at the forefront of innovation in the defence sector, specialising in advanced weapon systems, air defence, and intelligence solutions. With a strong presence in both domestic and international markets, Rafael operates across various regions, providing cutting-edge products such as the Iron Dome missile defence system and advanced naval systems. The company is renowned for its commitment to research and development, which has led to numerous key milestones and a robust portfolio of unique technologies. Rafael's market position is bolstered by its reputation for reliability and effectiveness, making it a preferred partner for military forces worldwide. As a pioneer in the defence industry, Rafael continues to shape the future of security solutions.
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Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd.'s score of 23 is lower than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd., headquartered in Israel (IL), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,894,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 5,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and about 4,894,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The previous year, 2022, the company recorded total emissions of approximately 4,871,000 kg CO2e, comprising 9,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 4,862,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Rafael has not set specific reduction targets or commitments under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of Scope 3 emissions data indicates a potential area for future reporting and improvement. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, reflecting its independent reporting status. Overall, Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd. is positioned within the defence industry, which is increasingly scrutinised for its environmental impact, highlighting the importance of transparent emissions reporting and climate commitments.
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Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd. 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.