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Auto Trader Sustainability Profile

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Auto Trader Group plc, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading online marketplace for buying and selling new and used vehicles. Founded in 1977, the company has evolved significantly, becoming a pivotal player in the automotive industry. With a strong presence across the UK, Auto Trader connects millions of buyers and sellers through its innovative digital platform. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including vehicle listings, valuation tools, and finance options, setting it apart with its user-friendly interface and extensive database. Auto Trader's commitment to transparency and trust has solidified its market position, making it a go-to resource for car enthusiasts and everyday consumers alike. Notable achievements include being one of the most visited automotive websites in the UK, reflecting its dominance in the online car trading sector.

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80

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Computer Services 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.

29

Industry Benchmark

Auto Trader's score of 80 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

88%

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Auto Trader's reported carbon emissions

In 2025, Auto Trader Group plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 92,848,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions at about 92,848,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 320,000 kg CO2e combined. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2041. Near-term targets include a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2031 from a FY2023 baseline, and a 46.2% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Long-term goals are even more aggressive, with a target of 90% reductions in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2041, and maintaining these reductions through FY2050. Auto Trader's emissions data is self-reported and does not cascade from any parent organization. The company is committed to aligning its targets with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that its strategies contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C.

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202020212022202320242025
Scope 1
487,000
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000,000
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000,000
Scope 2
542,000
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Scope 3
355,473,000
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000,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Auto Trader's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Auto Trader's primary industry is Computer and related services (72), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Auto Trader's Location?

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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. This request for Auto Trader is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Auto Trader's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Auto Trader's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 6% last year and decreased by approximately 74% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 75% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2025
Use of Sold Products
75%
Purchased Goods and Services
21%
Capital Goods
1%
Business Travel
1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Investments
<1%

Auto Trader's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Auto Trader has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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