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 2025, Smiths Group plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,208,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 17,422,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 20,286,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 1,188,057,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, including all relevant scopes. For the year 2022, Smiths Group's emissions were reported at 1,755,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined, indicating a focus on operational emissions. In previous years, emissions have shown a trend of reduction, with 66,412,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and 71,268,000 kg CO2e in 2020 for Scope 1 and 2. Smiths Group 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. Near-term targets include a 50.4% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2032 from a FY2021 baseline, alongside a similar reduction for Scope 3 emissions. Furthermore, the company aims for 50% of its suppliers by spend to have science-based targets by FY2028. These commitments are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which classifies Smiths Group's targets as consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The company is actively monitoring its progress towards these goals, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and responsible corporate practices in the electrical equipment and machinery sector.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 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 |
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