Leonardo S.p.A., commonly referred to as Leonardo, is a prominent player in the aerospace, defence, and security sectors, headquartered in Italy. Established in 1948, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones such as its expansion into international markets and strategic partnerships that enhance its technological capabilities. With major operational regions across Europe, North America, and the Middle East, Leonardo offers a diverse range of products and services, including advanced avionics, cyber security solutions, and integrated defence systems. What sets Leonardo apart is its commitment to innovation and sustainability, ensuring that its offerings meet the evolving needs of modern warfare and security challenges. Recognised for its market leadership, Leonardo has achieved notable accolades, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for governments and organisations worldwide.
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In 2024, Leonardo reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,407,428,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 185,446,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 54,378,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 5,167,604,000 kg CO2e. This represents a decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 6,050,963,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 195,682,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at about 55,088,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at around 5,800,193,000 kg CO2e. Leonardo has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions (market-based) by 2030, compared to 2020 levels. Additionally, they are committed to achieving Net Zero for Scope 1 and 2 emissions in the UK by 2030, and across the entire value chain by 2050. A target to reduce CO2 emissions by 40% for Scopes 1 and 2 by 2025 compared to 2018 levels has also been established. The emissions data for Leonardo is cascaded from its parent company, Leonardo S.p.a., reflecting a corporate family relationship. This data is crucial for understanding the broader environmental impact and commitments of the organisation within the aerospace and defence industry.
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Scope 1 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 316,007,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 512,634,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Leonardo 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.