Saab
Saab AB, commonly referred to simply as Saab, is a prominent Swedish aerospace and defence company headquartered in Linköping, Sweden (SE). Founded in 1937, Saab has established itself as a leader in the development of advanced technology solutions for military and civil applications. The company operates primarily in Europe, North America, and Asia, focusing on areas such as aerospace, defence, and security. Saab is renowned for its innovative products, including the Gripen fighter aircraft and the A26 submarine, which are distinguished by their cutting-edge technology and operational versatility. With a strong commitment to sustainability and efficiency, Saab has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with various governments and defence organisations. The company’s market position is bolstered by its reputation for reliability and excellence in engineering, making it a key player in the global defence industry.
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Saab's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Saab AB reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 930,925,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 15,988,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 4,354,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 910,583,000 kg CO2e. This represents a notable increase from 2023, when total emissions were about 691,334,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 13,504,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 8,220,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions at around 669,610,000 kg CO2e. Saab has committed to ambitious climate targets, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. This commitment is part of their approved science-based targets and aligns with their long-term goal of achieving net-zero emissions across the entire value chain by 2050. Additionally, Saab plans to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions by 25% by 2030, focusing on upstream transportation, business travel, and the use of sold products. The company has also set long-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% and Scope 3 emissions by 90% by 2050, further demonstrating their commitment to sustainability and climate action. These targets are consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C, as recognised by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 14,064,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 15,333,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 645,295,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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