Groupe Renault, a prominent player in the automotive industry, is headquartered in France and operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and Africa. Founded in 1899, the company has a rich history marked by innovation and significant milestones, including the introduction of electric vehicles and advancements in sustainable mobility. Renowned for its diverse range of vehicles, Groupe Renault offers everything from compact cars to commercial vehicles, with a strong emphasis on electric and hybrid technologies. This commitment to sustainability sets them apart in a competitive market. With a solid market position, Groupe Renault has achieved notable recognition for its contributions to automotive design and engineering, consistently ranking among the top manufacturers in Europe. The company’s focus on quality and innovation continues to drive its success in the global automotive landscape.
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In 2020, Groupe Renault reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 950,105,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 444,436,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 1,200,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, committing to a 60% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions per vehicle produced by 2030, using 2012 as the base year. Additionally, Renault aims to decrease Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 41% per vehicle kilometre by 2030, based on a 2010 baseline. Renault's carbon footprint per vehicle sold has shown a downward trend, with figures decreasing from about 38,000 kg CO2e in 2010 to approximately 28,500 kg CO2e in 2022. This reflects the company's ongoing efforts to enhance sustainability in its operations and product offerings. The targets set by Groupe Renault align with industry standards for climate action, aiming to contribute to global efforts to limit temperature rise to well below 2°C.
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Get Started2019 | 2020 | |
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Scope 1 | 576,820,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 1,212,351,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 1,400,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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