Spirit Aerosystems
Spirit AeroSystems, a leading player in the aerospace industry, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across North America and Europe. Founded in 2005, the company has rapidly established itself as a key supplier of aerostructures, specialising in the design and manufacture of complex components for commercial and military aircraft. With a diverse portfolio that includes fuselages, wings, and propulsion systems, Spirit AeroSystems is recognised for its innovative approach and advanced manufacturing techniques. The company has achieved notable milestones, including partnerships with major aircraft manufacturers, which solidify its position in the competitive aerospace market. Spirit AeroSystems continues to drive advancements in aerospace technology, making it a vital contributor to the industry's evolution.
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Spirit Aerosystems's score of 13 is lower than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Spirit Aerosystems's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Spirit Aerosystems reported total carbon emissions of approximately 135,663,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 65,219,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 2,860,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, specifically from business travel. This data reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, covering all relevant scopes. Comparatively, in 2021, the company recorded 129,643,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 197,260,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 2,224,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. Notably, there was a significant reduction in Scope 2 emissions from 2021 to 2022, indicating a positive trend in energy efficiency or a shift towards cleaner energy sources. Spirit Aerosystems has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. However, the company is actively engaged in emissions tracking and reporting, as evidenced by their detailed disclosures. The emissions data is sourced directly from Spirit AeroSystems Holdings, Inc., with no cascaded data from a parent or related organization. The company continues to focus on transparency in its environmental impact, aligning with industry standards for climate accountability.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 132,304,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 322,794,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Spirit Aerosystems is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
