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Ab Volvo, commonly known as Volvo Group, is a leading player in the motor vehicles, trailers, and semi-trailers industry, headquartered in Sweden (SE). Founded in 1927, the company has established a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, focusing on the production of trucks, buses, construction equipment, and marine and industrial engines.
Volvo Group is renowned for its commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation, offering a diverse range of products that include heavy-duty trucks and advanced construction machinery. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as pioneering safety features and developing eco-friendly technologies, solidifying its position as a market leader. With a reputation for quality and reliability, Ab Volvo continues to shape the future of transportation and construction industries globally.
+49 vs industry average
Ab Volvo’s score of 81 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing has above-average carbon intensity
The Motor Vehicle Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 35% since 2018
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AB Volvo (SE) is a motor vehicle manufacturer with a clear commitment to reducing its carbon emissions. For 2025, the company reported a total of approximately 237.4 billion kg CO2e in emissions. This includes Scope 1 emissions of approximately 203 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 54 million kg CO2e (market-based), and substantial Scope 3 emissions, with "use of sold products" accounting for about 228.4 billion kg CO2e and "purchased goods and services" at approximately 9.2 billion kg CO2e.
In 2024, AB Volvo's total emissions were approximately 258.9 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions stood at about 207 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 60 million kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions from the "use of sold products" were around 249 billion kg CO2e, with "purchased goods and services" at approximately 9.9 billion kg CO2e.
The company has set ambitious reduction targets. AB Volvo aims for near-zero Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025. Looking further ahead, the company has committed to reducing absolute GHG emissions by 50% by 2030 against a 2019 baseline. This includes a commitment to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030, and Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold construction equipment by 30%, industrial and marine engines by 37.5% by 2034, heavy-duty trucks by 40% per vehicle km by 2030, and buses by 40% per vehicle km by 2030. Furthermore, AB Volvo has a long-term ambition for net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2050. Notably, between 2019 and 2025, the company has reduced GHG emissions from the use phase of its products by 31% and from purchased goods and services by 24%.
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50% reduction in Scope 2
Volvo Group commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 50% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. Volvo Group commits to reduce absolute…
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30% reduction in scope 3 total
Volvo Group commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 50% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. Volvo Group commits to reduce absolute…
2030
50% reduction in Scope 1
Volvo Group commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 50% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. Volvo Group commits to reduce absolute…
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