Sandia National Laboratories
Sandia National Laboratories, often referred to simply as Sandia, is a premier research and development institution headquartered in the United States, with significant operations in New Mexico and California. Founded in 1949, Sandia has established itself as a leader in the fields of national security, energy, and advanced technologies, contributing to the safety and reliability of the nation’s nuclear deterrent. The laboratory is renowned for its innovative solutions in areas such as cybersecurity, renewable energy, and advanced manufacturing. Sandia's unique capabilities in simulation and modelling set it apart, enabling the development of cutting-edge technologies that address complex challenges. With a strong commitment to research excellence, Sandia National Laboratories continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of science and technology, solidifying its position as a key player in the national and global landscape.
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Sandia National Laboratories's score of 6 is higher than 55% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Sandia National Laboratories's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Sandia National Laboratories reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,905,000 kg CO2e. The emissions breakdown reveals that Scope 1 emissions accounted for the entirety of this figure, with stationary combustion contributing about 2,805,000 kg CO2e and fugitive emissions adding approximately 125,000 kg CO2e. Notably, there were no reported emissions under Scope 2 or Scope 3 categories, indicating a focus on direct emissions from their operations. Currently, Sandia National Laboratories has not established specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction goals or climate pledges. This context highlights the laboratory's ongoing commitment to addressing its carbon footprint, although specific strategies or targets for emissions reduction have yet to be disclosed.
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Add to project| 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 2,930,000 |
| Scope 2 | - |
| Scope 3 | - |
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Sandia National Laboratories is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
