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LIG Defense & Aerospace Co Ltd

Common Name
LIG Defense & Aerospace
Country
South Korea
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Employees
5,766
Ticker
079550
Exchange
Korea Exchange
Description
Lig Nex1 Co., Ltd. is a South Korean defense technology company that specializes in the development and production of a broad range of advanced defense systems. As a key player in the defense sector, ...

LIG Defense & Aerospace's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, LIG Defense & Aerospace 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).

LIG Defense & Aerospace has also provided a category-level breakdown for 8 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

Metric (tCO2e)2024202320222021-2019
Total Scope 1
6,327a
5,841a
4,945a
Total Scope 2
Unspecified Calculation Method
N/AN/AN/A
Total Scope 3
1,633,025a
N/AN/A
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
2.8337a
3.2331a
2.8063a
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a. LIG Defense & Aerospace's Sustainability Report 2024
b. LIG Defense & Aerospace's Sustainability Report 2023

Insights into LIG Defense & Aerospace's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of LIG Defense & Aerospace amounted to 26,876 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 LIG Defense & Aerospace increased by 10.29%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations.a

LIG Defense & Aerospace's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

202120222023202402 k4 k6 k8 ktCO2e+5%+18%+8%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are LIG Defense & Aerospace's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of LIG Defense & Aerospace were 6,327 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has LIG Defense & Aerospace reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2021, LIG Defense & Aerospace's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 34.1%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ab

Compared to the previous year (2023), LIG Defense & Aerospace's Scope 1 emissions increased by 8.32%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations.a

What are LIG Defense & Aerospace's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, LIG Defense & Aerospace reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 20,549 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a

Has LIG Defense & Aerospace reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Compared to the previous year (2023), LIG Defense & Aerospace's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) rose by 10.91% in 2024, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from purchased electricity and energya

What methodology does LIG Defense & Aerospace use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, LIG Defense & Aerospace reported its Scope 2 emissions using the location-based method.a

LIG Defense & Aerospace's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

202120222023202405.5 k11 k16.5 k22 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)

Insights into LIG Defense & Aerospace's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, LIG Defense & Aerospace reported 1,633,025 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 LIG Defense & Aerospace includes a breakdown across 8 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, up from 0 in 2023, reflecting improved emissions accounting practices and greater transparency across the company's value chaina

LIG Defense & Aerospace's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

20240450 k900 k1.35 M1.8 MtCO2e
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are LIG Defense & Aerospace's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, LIG Defense & Aerospace reported total Scope 3 emissions of 1,633,025 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Approximately 18.49% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 81.51% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does LIG Defense & Aerospace disclose?

In 2024, LIG Defense & Aerospace reported emissions for 8 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a

This partial disclosure allows for some insight into the company's indirect impacts.

What are the main sources of LIG Defense & Aerospace's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, the largest contributors to LIG Defense & Aerospace's Scope 3 emissions were:a

  • Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 1,331,073 tCO₂e (81.51%)
  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 273,587 tCO₂e (16.75%)
  • Capital Goods (Cat. 2): 14,759 tCO₂e (0.9%)

LIG Defense & Aerospace's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(16.8%)Use of Sold Products(Cat. 11)(81.5%)

Insights into LIG Defense & Aerospace’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, LIG Defense & Aerospace reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 6,327 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 2,233 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 2.83 tCO₂e per millions USD.a

LIG Defense & Aerospace's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

501,00010,000100,0001,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)2001,0005,00010,00050,000Revenues (Millions of USD)COSCO SHIPPING DevelopmentYear: 2024Scope 1: 46,330 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,786Scope 1 Intensity: 12.24 tCO2e/$MRENK GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 15,970 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,606Scope 1 Intensity: 9.94 tCO2e/$MCOMECYear: 2024Scope 1: 41,967 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,659Scope 1 Intensity: 15.79 tCO2e/$MBWX TechnologiesYear: 2024Scope 1: 28,506 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,704Scope 1 Intensity: 10.54 tCO2e/$MKongsberg GruppenYear: 2025Scope 1: 1,417 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,134Scope 1 Intensity: 0.45 tCO2e/$MCurtiss-WrightYear: 2024Scope 1: 16,477 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,121Scope 1 Intensity: 5.28 tCO2e/$MBharat ElectronicsYear: 2025Scope 1: 9,204 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,782Scope 1 Intensity: 3.31 tCO2e/$MAselsanYear: 2024Scope 1: 23,761 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,449Scope 1 Intensity: 5.34 tCO2e/$MHindustan AeronauticsYear: 2025Scope 1: 75,808 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,523Scope 1 Intensity: 21.52 tCO2e/$MAVIC Airborne SystemsYear: 2024Scope 1: 14,344 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,272Scope 1 Intensity: 4.38 tCO2e/$MHexcelYear: 2024Scope 1: 180,594 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,903Scope 1 Intensity: 94.90 tCO2e/$MCAEYear: 2025Scope 1: 17,804 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,272Scope 1 Intensity: 5.44 tCO2e/$MYangzijiang Shipbuilding (Holdings)Year: 2024Scope 1: 76,235 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,637Scope 1 Intensity: 20.96 tCO2e/$MHensoldtYear: 2025Scope 1: 2,202 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,885Scope 1 Intensity: 0.76 tCO2e/$MChina Aerospace Times ElectronicsYear: 2024Scope 1: 15,400 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,957Scope 1 Intensity: 7.87 tCO2e/$MMoogYear: 2024Scope 1: 12,538 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,609Scope 1 Intensity: 3.47 tCO2e/$MHanwha AeroSpaceYear: 2024Scope 1: 37,211 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,660Scope 1 Intensity: 4.86 tCO2e/$MHD Hyundai Heavy IndustriesYear: 2024Scope 1: 309,407 tCO2eRevenue: $M 9,872Scope 1 Intensity: 31.34 tCO2e/$MHD Hyundai Marine SolutionYear: 2024Scope 1: 210 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,190Scope 1 Intensity: 0.18 tCO2e/$MSamsung Heavy IndustriesYear: 2024Scope 1: 315,969 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,749Scope 1 Intensity: 46.82 tCO2e/$MHD KSOEYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,201 tCO2eRevenue: $M 17,406Scope 1 Intensity: 0.18 tCO2e/$MHanwha OceanYear: 2024Scope 1: 202,343 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,344Scope 1 Intensity: 27.55 tCO2e/$MHanwha SystemsYear: 2024Scope 1: 640 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,910Scope 1 Intensity: 0.33 tCO2e/$MKorea Aerospace IndustriesYear: 2024Scope 1: 19,821 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,476Scope 1 Intensity: 8.00 tCO2e/$MLIG Defense & AerospaceYear: 2024Scope 1: 6,327 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,233Scope 1 Intensity: 2.83 tCO2e/$M

How does LIG Defense & Aerospace's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, LIG Defense & Aerospace reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 2.83 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 6.66, this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

Where does LIG Defense & Aerospace rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, LIG Defense & Aerospace ranked 6 out of 24 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a

LIG Defense & Aerospace is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency.a

Insights into LIG Defense & Aerospace's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, LIG Defense & Aerospace reported a total carbon footprint of 1,659,901 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 6,711.53% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain.a

The largest contributor to LIG Defense & Aerospace's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 98.38% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 1.24%.a

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