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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Ashok Leyland's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Industry Benchmark
Ashok Leyland's score of 40 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Ashok Leyland's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Ashok Leyland reported total carbon emissions of approximately 131,515,250 kg CO2e, comprising 33,555,010 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 90,354,290 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 133,897,150 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant commitment to reducing their carbon footprint across all scopes. The company has set a long-term target to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, as part of their commitment to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This commitment encompasses all scopes of emissions, indicating a comprehensive approach to sustainability. In previous years, Ashok Leyland has made notable progress in emissions reduction. For instance, in 2022, their total emissions were approximately 80,682,390 kg CO2e, showing a proactive stance in managing their environmental impact. The company has also implemented various initiatives, including energy efficiency improvements and the adoption of renewable energy sources, which have contributed to their emissions reduction efforts. Overall, Ashok Leyland's climate commitments and emissions data reflect a strong dedication to sustainability and reducing their environmental impact in the automotive sector.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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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.
