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Ashok Leyland

Ashok Leyland, officially known as Ashok Leyland Limited, is a prominent player in the Indian automotive industry, headquartered in Chennai, India. Founded in 1948, the company has established itself as a leading manufacturer of commercial vehicles, including trucks, buses, and defence vehicles, catering to both domestic and international markets. With a strong presence in regions such as South Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, Ashok Leyland is renowned for its innovative products, including the popular Dost and Captain series. The company is committed to sustainability, focusing on eco-friendly technologies and alternative fuel solutions. Notably, Ashok Leyland has achieved significant milestones, including being one of the largest bus manufacturers in the world. Its dedication to quality and performance has solidified its position as a trusted brand in the automotive sector.

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40

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.

18

Industry Benchmark

Ashok Leyland's score of 40 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Ashok Leyland's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Ashok Leyland reported total carbon emissions of approximately 131,515,250 kg CO2e, comprising 33,550,010 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 90,354,290 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 133,897,150 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, with a focus on all scopes of emissions. This commitment aligns with their long-term sustainability goals and reflects their proactive approach to climate change. Over the years, Ashok Leyland has made significant strides in reducing emissions. For instance, in 2023, their Scope 1 emissions were notably lower than in previous years, indicating a trend towards improved efficiency and reduced carbon output. The company has also implemented various initiatives aimed at enhancing energy efficiency and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Ashok Leyland's emissions data highlights their ongoing efforts to address climate change while maintaining operational growth. Their commitment to net-zero emissions underscores their dedication to sustainability in the automotive industry.

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20172018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
35,773,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
91,372,000
000,000,000
00,000,000
000,000
000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
-
00,000,000
00,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
00,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ashok Leyland'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. Ashok Leyland is headquartered in IN, which has a rank of very high, indicating very high grid carbon intensity.

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.

Ashok Leyland is committed to some reduction initiatives 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

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