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 reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 930,925,000 kg CO2e. This includes 15,988,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 4,354,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and a significant 910,583,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In comparison, their 2023 emissions were about 691,334,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 13,504,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 8,220,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 at 669,610,000 kg CO2e. Saab has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. Additionally, they plan to achieve a 90% reduction in these emissions by 2050. For Scope 3 emissions, Saab targets a 25% reduction by 2030 and a 90% reduction by 2050. Furthermore, they are committed to ensuring that 50% of their suppliers, by spend, have science-based targets by 2027. Saab's long-term goal is to reach net-zero emissions across their entire value chain by 2050, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to maintain a trajectory consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. These commitments reflect Saab's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing their carbon footprint.
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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 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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