Lockheed Martin Corporation, commonly referred to as Lockheed Martin, is a leading global aerospace, defence, and security company headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, USA. Founded in 1912, the company has established itself as a key player in the industry, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Lockheed Martin's core business areas include advanced technology systems, military aircraft, space exploration, and cybersecurity solutions. Renowned for its innovative products, such as the F-35 Lightning II and the Orion spacecraft, the company consistently pushes the boundaries of engineering and technology. With a strong market position, Lockheed Martin has achieved numerous accolades, including being ranked among the top defence contractors worldwide. Its commitment to excellence and cutting-edge solutions continues to shape the future of aerospace and defence.
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In 2024, Lockheed Martin reported total carbon emissions of approximately 20,000,000,000 kg CO2e globally. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 294,431,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 365,395,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant Scope 3 total of about 19,954,439,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions to near zero by 2025, with a 50% reduction target from a 2021 baseline for both scopes by 2030. Lockheed Martin's 2023 emissions data shows a total of about 27,521,169,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 305,426,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 375,435,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions reaching around 27,521,169,000 kg CO2e. The company has achieved a 53% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions intensity from its 2015 baseline as of 2022. The firm is committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2050, with interim goals including a 70% reduction in carbon emissions per dollar of gross profit by 2030 from a 2015 baseline. Additionally, Lockheed Martin plans to match 40% of its electricity usage with renewable sources by 2030. Overall, Lockheed Martin's climate strategy reflects a robust approach to reducing carbon emissions across its operations, aligning with industry standards and global climate goals.
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2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 306,550,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 647,595,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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