Rolls-Royce plc, a renowned British multinational, is headquartered in the United Kingdom and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1904, the company has established itself as a leader in the aerospace and defence sectors, specialising in the design, manufacture, and distribution of power systems for aviation and marine applications. With a rich history marked by innovation, Rolls-Royce is best known for its advanced jet engines and propulsion systems, which are distinguished by their efficiency and reliability. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the development of the Trent engine family, which powers a range of commercial aircraft. As a key player in the global market, Rolls-Royce continues to set benchmarks in engineering excellence and sustainability, solidifying its position as a trusted name in the industry.
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Rolls-Royce plc, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Rolls-Royce Holdings plc, which may influence its climate commitments and emissions reporting. Despite the absence of direct emissions figures, Rolls-Royce plc is aligned with several significant climate initiatives cascaded from its parent company, Rolls-Royce Holdings plc. These initiatives include participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), and the Climate Action 100+ initiative, all of which aim to drive substantial reductions in greenhouse gas emissions across the organisation. Rolls-Royce Holdings plc has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, focusing on both operational efficiencies and sustainable practices. The company is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, with interim targets likely to be established through its SBTi commitments. As a leader in the aerospace and defence sectors, Rolls-Royce plc is actively working towards enhancing its sustainability profile, although specific reduction targets and achievements have not been disclosed at this time. The company's ongoing efforts reflect a broader industry trend towards decarbonisation and climate resilience.
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2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 456,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 396,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Rolls-Royce plc 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.