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Group 1 Automotive

Group 1 Automotive, a leading automotive retailer headquartered in the United States, has established a significant presence across major operational regions, including the South and the West. Founded in 1997, the company has grown through strategic acquisitions and now operates numerous dealerships, offering a diverse range of new and used vehicles. Specialising in automotive sales, service, and parts, Group 1 Automotive distinguishes itself with a commitment to customer satisfaction and a robust online presence. The company’s extensive inventory features popular brands, ensuring a comprehensive selection for consumers. Recognised for its innovative approach and operational excellence, Group 1 Automotive has solidified its position as a key player in the automotive industry, consistently achieving notable milestones in growth and service quality.

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33

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Motor Vehicle Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

25

Industry Benchmark

Group 1 Automotive's score of 33 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Group 1 Automotive's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Group 1 Automotive reported total carbon emissions of approximately 63,659,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 41,525,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of around 105,184,000 kg CO2e. This marks a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions from 60,512,000 kg CO2e in 2022, while Scope 2 emissions decreased from 42,720,000 kg CO2e in the previous year. The company has set ambitious near-term targets to significantly reduce its carbon footprint. Group 1 Automotive aims to achieve near-zero emissions for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by the middle of this decade, specifically targeting the years 2023 to 2025. These commitments reflect the company's dedication to addressing climate change and enhancing sustainability within its operations. As of now, there is no disclosed data on Scope 3 emissions, indicating a potential area for future focus. Overall, Group 1 Automotive's climate commitments align with industry standards for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and demonstrate a proactive approach to environmental responsibility.

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60,512,000
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Scope 2
42,720,000
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Group 1 Automotive's primary industry is Motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers (34), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Group 1 Automotive is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Group 1 Automotive is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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