Huntington Ingalls Industries
Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII), headquartered in Newport News, Virginia, is a leading American defence contractor and shipbuilding company. Founded in 1886, HII has established itself as a pivotal player in the maritime and defence sectors, with major operations along the U.S. East Coast and Gulf Coast. Specialising in the design, construction, and maintenance of nuclear and non-nuclear ships, HII is renowned for its advanced capabilities in naval shipbuilding, particularly for the U.S. Navy. The company’s core products include aircraft carriers, submarines, and surface combatants, distinguished by their innovative technology and commitment to quality. As one of the largest military shipbuilding companies in the United States, HII has achieved significant milestones, including the delivery of the first aircraft carrier in over 40 years. Its strong market position is underscored by a robust portfolio and a reputation for excellence in defence solutions.
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Huntington Ingalls Industries's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 80948000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 213314000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This marks a notable increase in emissions compared to 2023, where Scope 1 emissions were about 102002000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 248950000 kg CO2e. In 2022, the company recorded Scope 1 emissions of around 84575000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 149750000 kg CO2e. HII has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a roadmap to achieve over a 30% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by the end of 2024, using 2022 as the baseline year. This commitment reflects the company's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the shipbuilding industry. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that HII's reporting is independent. The company continues to focus on sustainability initiatives as part of its operational strategy.
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| 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 84,575,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 149,750,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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Huntington Ingalls Industries 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.
