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 ASA reported total carbon emissions of approximately 13,585,002,000 kg CO2e. This includes 1,473,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 22,071,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and a significant 13,561,458,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 15,481,672,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,520,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at 28,535,000 kg CO2e. Kongsberg has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for near 100% reductions in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as a 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 reduce emissions from the use of sold products by 25% by 2030, using 2021 as a baseline. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Kongsberg's commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, necessitating significant collaboration with business partners. The company is actively working towards these goals, with a focus on integrating sustainability into its operations and supply chain.
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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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