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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Ashok Leyland's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Ashok Leyland reported total carbon emissions of approximately 142,306,720 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes 33,110,170 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 90,354,200 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 142,306,720 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company's Scope 1 emissions primarily stem from mobile combustion and fugitive emissions, while Scope 2 emissions are mainly from purchased electricity. In 2023, the company recorded total emissions of about 33,555,010 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 33,567,840 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 97,947,410 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were approximately 133,897,150 kg CO2e. Ashok Leyland has committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2050, with targets set for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. These commitments are part of their long-term strategy, initiated in 2023, to reduce their carbon footprint across all scopes. The company is also aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), having committed to net zero across all scopes by 2050. Overall, Ashok Leyland's emissions data reflects a significant commitment to sustainability and climate action, with ongoing efforts to monitor and reduce their carbon emissions in line with industry standards.
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| 2018 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,450,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 12,828,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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