- Geopolitical instability affecting international collaborations.
- Delays in major projects impacting Science Services division earnings.
- Forest fires in Canada disrupting Inuvik ground station operations.
- Increased cybersecurity threats.
- Need to improve customer satisfaction.
Swedish Space Corporation (SSC)
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Swedish Space Corporation (SSC) disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 36.0K tCO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 336 tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 1.6K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 34.1K tCO2e/year. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
36.0K tCO2e/year
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 336 tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 1.6K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 34.1K tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Established new solar parks at Santiago and Western Australia ground stations.
- Implemented geothermal heating and hydropower at Esrange Space Center.
- Launched Supplier Code of Conduct with net-zero emission targets for major suppliers.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions; improve customer satisfaction.
📅 Medium-term
- Halve carbon dioxide emissions by 2030 compared to 2019.
- Reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 25%.
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero CO2 emissions by 2040.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate changeBiodiversityCircular economyHuman RightsEmployee well-beingDiversity & InclusionSpace SafetyBusiness Ethics & Anti-corruptionSupply Chain Sustainability