Kongsberg Gruppen, often referred to simply as Kongsberg, is a leading Norwegian technology company headquartered in Kongsberg, Norway. Founded in 1814, Kongsberg has evolved into a key player in the defence, maritime, aerospace, and digital industries, with significant operations across Europe, North America, and Asia. The company is renowned for its innovative solutions, including advanced maritime systems, defence technologies, and digitalisation services. Kongsberg's commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology positions it uniquely in the market, enabling clients to enhance operational efficiency and safety. With a rich history of milestones, Kongsberg has established itself as a trusted partner in critical sectors, consistently delivering high-quality products and services that meet the demands of a rapidly changing world.
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In 2024, Kongsberg Gruppen reported total carbon emissions of approximately 13,585,002,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,473,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 22,071,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant Scope 3 contribution of around 13,561,458,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 15,481,672,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 1,520,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at around 28,535,000 kg CO2e (market-based). Kongsberg Gruppen has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for near 100% reductions in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, compared to a 2019 baseline. This target is supported by energy efficiency measures and a transition to renewable energy sources. Additionally, the company has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 GHG emissions by 55% by 2030 and increasing its sourcing of renewable electricity to 100% by the same year. For Scope 3 emissions, Kongsberg aims to achieve a 25% reduction from the use of sold products by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Kongsberg's commitment to limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. The company is also focused on ensuring that 67% of its suppliers, by spend, will have science-based targets by 2027. Overall, Kongsberg Gruppen is actively working towards significant emissions reductions and a sustainable future.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,255,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 54,974,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 33,782,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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