Saab
Saab AB, commonly referred to simply as Saab, is a prominent Swedish aerospace and defence company headquartered in Linköping, Sweden (SE). Founded in 1937, Saab has established itself as a leader in the development of advanced technology solutions for military and civil applications. The company operates primarily in Europe, North America, and Asia, focusing on areas such as aerospace, defence, and security. Saab is renowned for its innovative products, including the Gripen fighter aircraft and the A26 submarine, which are distinguished by their cutting-edge technology and operational versatility. With a strong commitment to sustainability and efficiency, Saab has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with various governments and defence organisations. The company’s market position is bolstered by its reputation for reliability and excellence in engineering, making it a key player in the global defence industry.
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Saab's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Saab AB reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 930,925,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 15,988,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 4,354,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant Scope 3 contribution of around 910,583,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 691,334,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 13,504,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 8,220,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 at around 669,610,000 kg CO2e. Saab has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. Additionally, the company has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. This includes a target to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions by 25% by 2030, focusing on upstream transportation, business travel, and the use of sold products. These targets are part of Saab's commitment to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which aligns with the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Saab's long-term objectives include a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions and Scope 3 emissions by 2050, relative to the 2020 baseline. The company is also working towards ensuring that 50% of its suppliers, by spend, have science-based targets by 2027. Saab's headquarters is located in Sweden (SE), and the company is actively engaged in the aerospace and defence sector, contributing to global efforts to mitigate climate change.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 14,064,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 15,333,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 645,295,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Saab is participating in some 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.
