Aar, officially known as AAR Corp, is a prominent player in the aerospace and defence industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1955, the company has established itself as a leader in providing integrated solutions for aviation and logistics, serving both commercial and government sectors. With major operational regions across North America and beyond, AAR offers a diverse range of services, including aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO), as well as supply chain management. AAR's core products and services are distinguished by their commitment to quality and innovation, ensuring optimal performance and reliability for their clients. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous contracts with military and commercial entities, solidifying its market position as a trusted partner in the aerospace sector. With a focus on sustainability and efficiency, AAR continues to set benchmarks in the industry, making it a key player in the evolving landscape of aviation services.
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Aar's score of 23 is higher than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, AAR Corp. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 40,005,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 22,450,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 17,555,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This represents a slight decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 40,808,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 22,512,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 18,296,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, AAR has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. The company has not reported any Scope 3 emissions, indicating a focus on direct and indirect emissions from its operations. AAR's emissions intensity has also varied, with a reported intensity of about 0.0173 kg CO2e per USD of revenue in 2024, down from approximately 0.0205 kg CO2e per USD in 2023. This trend suggests an effort to improve efficiency relative to revenue generation. As of now, AAR Corp. does not have any publicly stated science-based targets or climate pledges, and emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions as part of its sustainability efforts.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 25,648,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 23,949,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
Aar 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.
