Climate Change Data

Thales

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023)

Reporting Period: 2023

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:90%
Total Energy Consumption:Not disclosed
Water Consumption:1.51 million m3/year (2023)
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed

ESG Focus Areas

  • Climate Change
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Ethics and Integrity
  • Workplace Health and Safety

Environmental Achievements

  • 52% reduction in operational CO2 emissions (Scopes 1 & 2 and business travel) from 2018 levels
  • 90% of electricity from renewable sources
  • 100% of new product developments apply eco-design principles
  • 12.1% reduction in water consumption since 2018

Social Achievements

  • 10,900 new hires in 2023 (30% women)
  • 20.4% women in senior management
  • 86.8% of management committees have three or more women members
  • 36.7% reduction in the frequency rate of workplace accidents with lost time relative to 2018
  • Tech career training for more than 15,000 young people through Thales Solidarity in 2023

Governance Achievements

  • 100% of at-risk employees trained in corruption prevention
  • ISO 37001 certification (anti-bribery management systems) renewed in 2023
  • Executive Compensation Linked To ESG: Yes (criteria include CSR metrics)

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
  • Become the sustainability leader in all markets by 2030
  • 50.4% reduction in CO2 emissions from operational processes and energy consumption (scopes 1 and 2) by 2030 (relative to 2018 baseline)
Short-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed

Environmental Challenges

  • Supply chain tensions
  • Global competition for talent
  • Shifting geopolitical balance
  • Growing complexity of CSR regulations
  • Technological disruptions
Mitigation Strategies
  • Diversification of supply sources
  • Dual and triple sourcing strategies
  • 12-18 months’ visibility on future orders for suppliers
  • Investments in expanding industrial footprint
  • Becoming a 'learning organization' through training and development programs
  • Proactive CSR policy and engagement with stakeholders

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement
  • Integrity and Corporate Responsibility Charter
  • Responsible Supplier Relations and Procurement certification
  • Action plans with 150 highest-emitting suppliers
  • Inclusion of extra-financial metrics in supplier selection

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Extreme weather events
Transition Risks
  • Regulatory changes
Opportunities
  • Development of energy-efficient products

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: Value Reporting Foundation's Integrated Reporting Framework, EU's Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) (partial alignment)

Certifications: ISO 14001 (123 sites), ISO 50001 (27 sites), ISO 37001 (anti-bribery management systems)

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • Goal 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy)
  • Goal 13 (Climate Action)
  • Goal 5 (Gender Equality)
  • Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth)
  • Goal 4 (Quality Education)
  • Goal 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure)
  • Goal 16 (Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions)

Thales's CSR policy and initiatives contribute to these goals through various programs and targets.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • PureFlyt flight management system
  • Eco-designed products

Awards & Recognition

  • EcoVadis Platinum rating
  • CDP 'A' score for climate action
  • CAC SBT 1.5° index membership