Smiths Sustainability Profile
Smiths Group plc, commonly referred to as Smiths, is a leading engineering company headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1851, Smiths has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia. The company operates primarily in the aerospace, defence, and medical technology sectors, providing innovative solutions that enhance safety and efficiency. Smiths is renowned for its core products, which include advanced detection systems, medical devices, and precision engineering components. What sets Smiths apart is its commitment to research and development, ensuring that its offerings remain at the forefront of technology. With a rich history of innovation and a robust market position, Smiths continues to achieve notable milestones, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in critical industries.
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Smiths's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Smiths Group plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,174,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 1,188,057,000 kg CO2e. The breakdown of emissions includes 17,422,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 20,286,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for Net Zero emissions from its operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 2040 and across its entire value chain (Scope 3) by 2050. Smiths Group has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50.4% by FY2032, using FY2021 as the baseline. Additionally, they aim to achieve a 50.4% reduction in Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. The company also commits that 50% of its suppliers by spend will have science-based targets by FY2028. Long-term, Smiths Group targets a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2040 and a similar reduction for Scope 3 emissions by 2050. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to addressing climate change effectively.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 15,169,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 62,072,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Smiths's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Smiths's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 7% last year and increased by approximately 4% since 2023, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 55% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Smiths's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Smiths has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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