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 plc reported total global emissions of approximately 1,210,759,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 19,687,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 21,072,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The majority of emissions stemmed from Scope 3, amounting to around 1,170,000,000 kg CO2e, 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 the UK, Smiths Group's emissions for 2024 were reported at approximately 1,290,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined. This reflects a slight increase from 2023, where emissions were about 1,779,000 kg CO2e for the same scopes. Smiths Group has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for Net Zero emissions from its operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 2040. Additionally, the company targets a 50.4% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2032, using FY2021 as a baseline. For Scope 3 emissions, Smiths Group aims for a 90% reduction by FY2050, with a near-term target of 50.4% reduction by FY2032. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to sustainable practices within the electrical equipment and machinery sector. Smiths Group's long-term strategy includes ensuring that 50% of its suppliers by spend have science-based targets by FY2028, further enhancing its sustainability efforts across the value chain.
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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 | 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 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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