Raytheon Technologies Sustainability Profile
Raytheon Technologies Corporation, commonly referred to as Raytheon, is a leading American aerospace and defence company headquartered in the United States. Established in 2020 through the merger of Raytheon Company and United Technologies Corporation, the company has rapidly positioned itself as a key player in the global defence sector, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Specialising in advanced technologies, Raytheon focuses on areas such as missile systems, cybersecurity, and avionics. Its core products, including the renowned Patriot missile system and cutting-edge radar technologies, are distinguished by their innovative design and reliability. With a commitment to research and development, Raytheon Technologies has achieved notable milestones, solidifying its status as a trusted partner for governments and commercial clients worldwide.
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Raytheon Technologies's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Raytheon Technologies reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,409,597,000 kg CO2e, comprising 542,229,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 867,368,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based). The company has set an ambitious target to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 46% by 2030 from 2019 levels, specifically for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This commitment reflects a proactive approach to climate action, aligning with industry standards for sustainability. In 2023, the company disclosed emissions of approximately 28,252,119,000 kg CO2e across all scopes, with Scope 1 emissions at 22,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at 469,000 kg CO2e, and a significant Scope 3 total of approximately 28,252,074,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a substantial reliance on indirect emissions, particularly from purchased goods and services, which accounted for about 11,132,493,000 kg CO2e. Raytheon Technologies' emissions data is sourced directly from RTX Corporation, with no cascaded data from parent or related organizations. The company is committed to transparency and accountability in its environmental impact, as evidenced by its detailed reporting and reduction initiatives.
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Raytheon Technologies's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Raytheon Technologies 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.
