Gulfstream names Smitha Hariharan VP of sustainability, enhancing environmental goals and supply chain performance.
Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. has appointed Smitha Hariharan as Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer, effective immediately. In this newly created role, Hariharan will drive Gulfstream’s sustainable transformation. She will align business strategies with sustainability principles and create long-term value through impactful thought leadership. Prior to this appointment, Hariharan was the Global Head of Sustainability at Halliburton Energy Services. Furthermore, There, she developed the company’s short-term and long-term sustainability strategy. She also oversaw governance, benchmark data, and stakeholder engagements.
Mark Burns, president, Gulfstream, said, “We are incredibly pleased to welcome Smitha to Gulfstream to oversee our sustainability strategy and ensure we continue to deliver against our goals. Sustainability continues to be a major focus for our company and the business aviation industry. Gulfstream is committed to supporting General Dynamics’ goal of reducing Scope 1 and Scope 2 carbon dioxide emissions by 40% by 2034, relative to 2019. Smitha’s expertise will help us elevate our strengths while driving our strategy forward at an advanced pace. We look forward to the insights and knowledge she will bring as we continue to lead the industry in our efforts.”
Gulfstream’s next-generation aircraft fleet offers fuel-efficiency gains of up to 33% over previous models. Since 2014, the company has reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 18% while expanding its facilities by 30%. In November 2023, Gulfstream completed the world’s first trans-Atlantic flight using 100% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in both engines.
Burns, added, “Gulfstream is innovating for a sustainable future. We are committed to doing our part in advancing the industry forward to achieve our shared sustainability goals.”
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Earlier this year, Gulfstream signed an agreement with the International Aerospace Environmental Group (IAEG). Moreover, This initiative aims to manage ESG risk and compliance by improving supply chain sustainability performance. Consequently, Under the agreement, Gulfstream’s suppliers will share their sustainability strategies to assess ESG risks and identify improvement opportunities. Furthermore, The voluntary program seeks to accelerate sustainability in the aerospace industry and its supply chain, driving positive change for a resilient future.
Q. – Who has Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. appointed as Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer?
A. – Smitha Hariharan.
Q. – What does Hariharan focus on in her new role at Gulfstream?
A. – Driving sustainable transformation.
