Textron Inc., a diversified multinational corporation headquartered in the United States, has established itself as a leader in the aerospace and defence, industrial, and finance sectors since its founding in 1923. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Textron operates through well-known brands such as Bell, Cessna, and Textron Systems, offering a wide range of innovative products and services. The company is renowned for its advanced aircraft, military vehicles, and industrial solutions, which are distinguished by their cutting-edge technology and reliability. Textron's commitment to quality and innovation has positioned it as a key player in the global market, achieving notable milestones such as the development of the V-22 Osprey and the Cessna Citation series. With a focus on sustainability and customer satisfaction, Textron continues to drive progress across its diverse business areas.
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In 2024, Textron reported total carbon emissions of approximately 231,420,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 166,419,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of about 397,839,000 kg CO2e. This marks a decrease from 2023, where emissions were approximately 240,857,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 182,228,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, totalling around 423,085,000 kg CO2e. Textron has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, indicating a focus on direct and indirect emissions from their operations and energy use. The company has not set specific reduction targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other formal climate pledges, which suggests a need for enhanced commitment to climate action. The emissions data is sourced directly from Textron Inc. and reflects their corporate responsibility reporting efforts. As a major player in the aerospace and defence industry, Textron's emissions profile is significant, and their ongoing efforts to monitor and report emissions are crucial for transparency and accountability in addressing climate change.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 183,644,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 5% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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.
Textron has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

