Smiths
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 2024, Smiths Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,210,759,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions accounting for about 17,295,000 kg CO2e. The majority of their emissions, approximately 1,193,464,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which includes categories such as purchased goods and services (728,000,000 kg CO2e) and use of sold products (240,000,000 kg CO2e). In 2023, the company recorded total emissions of about 1,430,058,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 19,694,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 25,955,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were around 1,380,000,000 kg CO2e. Smiths Group has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for Net Zero emissions from their operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 2040. They also plan to achieve a 50.4% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2032, using a 2021 baseline. For Scope 3 emissions, they target a 90% reduction by 2050, with a near-term goal of a 50.4% reduction by 2032. Additionally, they commit that 50% of their suppliers by spend will have science-based targets by 2028. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Smiths Group's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing their overall carbon footprint across all scopes.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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