Tesla, Inc., commonly referred to as Tesla, is a pioneering American electric vehicle (EV) and clean energy company headquartered in Palo Alto, California. Founded in 2003, Tesla has rapidly evolved into a leader in the automotive industry, focusing on sustainable transport solutions and innovative energy products. The company’s core offerings include electric cars, battery energy storage systems, and solar energy products, all designed to reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Tesla's unique approach combines cutting-edge technology with high-performance vehicles, setting it apart in a competitive market. With significant operational regions across North America, Europe, and Asia, Tesla has achieved remarkable milestones, including the launch of the Model S, Model 3, Model X, and Model Y. As a market leader, Tesla continues to drive the transition to sustainable energy, solidifying its position as a key player in the global automotive landscape.
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Tesla's score of 37 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Tesla reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,211,000,000 kg CO2e globally. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 211,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 466,000,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 3,534,000,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions are primarily driven by purchased goods and services, which account for about 39,020,000,000 kg CO2e. Tesla has made commitments to reduce its carbon footprint, although specific near-term reduction targets have been removed. The company is a member of the Business Ambition for 1.5°C initiative, indicating its alignment with global climate goals. Tesla's long-term climate strategy includes a commitment to the automakers' pathway, although it has not set a net-zero target or year. Overall, Tesla's emissions data reflects its ongoing efforts to address climate change while navigating the complexities of its supply chain and product lifecycle emissions.
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2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 185,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 403,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 3,908,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Tesla 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.