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Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd.

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.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd.'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.

28

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Communication Equipment Manufacturing 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.

20

Industry Benchmark

Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd.'s score of 28 is lower than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,894,000 kg CO2e, comprising 5,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 4,894,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a slight decrease from 2022, where total emissions were about 4,871,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 9,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 4,862,000 kg CO2e. Rafael has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company continues to focus on its emissions management, particularly in Scope 1 and Scope 2, but lacks detailed commitments or strategies for reducing its overall carbon footprint. As a leader in the defence sector, Rafael's emissions profile reflects the industry's challenges in achieving significant reductions while maintaining operational effectiveness.

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20222023
Scope 1
9,000
0,000
Scope 2
4,862,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd.'s primary industry is Radio, television and communication equipment and apparatus (32), 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 Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd. is in IL, 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.

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.

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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