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General Motors

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General Motors Company, commonly known as GM, is a leading American automotive manufacturer headquartered in Detroit, Michigan. Founded in 1908, GM has established itself as a pioneer in the automotive industry, with significant operations across North America, South America, and Asia. The company is renowned for its diverse range of vehicles, including electric and autonomous models, under well-known brands such as Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac, and Buick. GM has made notable strides in innovation, particularly in electric vehicle technology, positioning itself as a key player in the transition to sustainable transportation. With a commitment to quality and performance, GM continues to enhance its market position, achieving significant milestones in safety and environmental standards. As a cornerstone of the automotive sector, General Motors remains dedicated to shaping the future of mobility.

DitchCarbon Score

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54

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

General Motors's score of 54 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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General Motors's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, General Motors (GM) reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 2,700,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2, while Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products reached about 241,000,000,000 kg CO2e. For 2022, GM's emissions were similar, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions also at approximately 2,700,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at around 223,000,000,000 kg CO2e. GM has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve carbon neutrality across its global products and operations by 2040. The company has pledged to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 72% and Scope 3 emissions by 51% by 2035, using a 2018 baseline. Additionally, GM aims to meet 100% of its global electricity needs with renewable energy by 2050. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect GM's commitment to sustainable practices within the automotive industry. The company is actively working towards reducing energy intensity in its operations by 35% by 2035 against a 2010 baseline, further demonstrating its dedication to mitigating climate impact.

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Scope 1
9,890,000,000
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Scope 2
3,310,000,000
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Scope 3
13,200,000,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. General Motors's primary industry is Motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers (34), which is medium 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 General Motors is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

General Motors is participating in some 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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