Advance Auto Parts, a leading retailer in the automotive aftermarket industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1932, the company has established itself as a key player in providing high-quality automotive parts, accessories, and maintenance products. With a strong presence across North America, Advance Auto Parts operates thousands of stores and distribution centres, ensuring customers have access to essential automotive solutions. The company offers a diverse range of products, including batteries, brakes, and engine components, distinguished by their commitment to quality and customer service. Notably, Advance Auto Parts has achieved significant milestones, such as expanding its footprint through strategic acquisitions. As a trusted name in the industry, it continues to enhance its market position by focusing on innovation and customer satisfaction.
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Advance Auto Parts's score of 22 is lower than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2021, Advance Auto Parts reported specific emissions related to its manufacturing processes, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions from specific manufacture emissions for vans at approximately 800 tonnes CO2e and for cars at about 8,400 tonnes CO2e. For 2020, similar emissions were reported, with 800 tonnes CO2e for vans and 8,100 tonnes CO2e for cars. Advance Auto Parts has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 30% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, the company is committed to a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions, which encompass emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, and the use of sold products, within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are classified as consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to well below 2°C. Overall, Advance Auto Parts is actively working towards significant emissions reductions while maintaining transparency in its climate commitments.
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