BAE Systems PLC
BAE Systems's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2024, BAE Systems completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).
BAE Systems has also provided a category-level breakdown for 1 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
| Metric (tCO2e) | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 - 2017 |
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Total Scope 1 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
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Location-Based | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
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Insights into BAE Systems's Operational Emissions
In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of BAE Systems amounted to 372,150 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). a
Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of BAE Systems increased by 6.08%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations. a
BAE Systems's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are BAE Systems's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of BAE Systems were 104,948 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Has BAE Systems reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2018, BAE Systems's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 78.7%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a
Compared to the previous year (2023), BAE Systems's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 2.25%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a
What are BAE Systems's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2024, BAE Systems reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 226,107 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 267,202 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a
Has BAE Systems reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Since 2018, BAE Systems's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Location-Based) have decreased by 48.03%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time. a
Compared to the previous year (2023), BAE Systems's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that BAE Systems 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a
What methodology does BAE Systems use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2024, BAE Systems reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a
BAE Systems's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
- Total Scope 2 Market-Based
Insights into BAE Systems's Value Chain Emissions
In 2024, BAE Systems reported 122,383 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain. a
The 2024 disclosure of BAE Systems includes a breakdown across 1 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a
BAE Systems's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are BAE Systems's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, BAE Systems reported total Scope 3 emissions of 122,383 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Approximately 100% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a
Has BAE Systems reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2018, BAE Systems's Scope 3 emissions have decreased by 19.1%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a
Compared to the previous year (2023), BAE Systems's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that BAE Systems 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint. a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does BAE Systems disclose?
In 2024, BAE Systems reported emissions for 1 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a
The limited disclosure restricts visibility into specific emission sources across the company's value chain.
What are the main sources of BAE Systems's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, the largest contributors to BAE Systems's Scope 3 emissions were: a
- Business Travel (Cat. 6): 122,383 tCO₂e (100%)
BAE Systems's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into BAE Systems’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2024, BAE Systems reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 104,948 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 33,019 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 3.18 tCO₂e per millions USD. a
BAE Systems's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does BAE Systems's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2024, BAE Systems reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 3.18 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 6.16 , this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors. a
Where does BAE Systems rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2024, BAE Systems ranked 9 out of 24 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a
BAE Systems is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency. a
Insights into BAE Systems's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2024, BAE Systems reported a total carbon footprint of 494,533 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 6.39% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain. a
The largest contributor to BAE Systems's total carbon footprint was Scope 2 emissions, accounting for 54.03% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 3 emissions at 24.75%. a