Lear
Lear Corporation, a leading global supplier of automotive seating and electrical systems, is headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, USA. Founded in 1917, the company has established a strong presence in major operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Lear is renowned for its innovative seating solutions and advanced electrical architecture, which enhance vehicle comfort and connectivity. With a commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology, Lear has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for design excellence and environmental stewardship. The company’s unique approach to integrating smart technology into its products positions it as a key player in the automotive industry. Lear's market position is further solidified by its extensive customer base, which includes many of the world's leading automotive manufacturers.
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Lear's score of 40 is higher than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Lear's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Lear Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 9,493,459,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 86,296,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 299,567,000 kg CO2e, and a significant Scope 3 total of about 9,493,459,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions encompass various categories, including purchased goods and services (approximately 7,227,619,000 kg CO2e) and end-of-life treatment of sold products (approximately 712,108,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, Lear's total emissions were about 8,813,780,000 kg CO2e, indicating an increase in emissions year-on-year. The company has set ambitious reduction targets, committing to a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, Lear aims to reduce its absolute Scope 3 emissions by 35% by 2033, also from a 2019 base year. Lear's climate commitments include a near-zero target for Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025, reflecting a strong commitment to sustainability. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that their reduction goals are consistent with the global aim to limit warming to 1.5°C. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures are independently reported.
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| 2017 | 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 132,653,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 409,862,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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