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Auto Trader

Auto Trader, officially known as AutoTrader.com, is a leading online marketplace for buying and selling vehicles in the United States. Headquartered in the US, the company has established a significant presence across major operational regions, connecting millions of buyers and sellers each year. Founded in 1975, Auto Trader has evolved from a print publication to a digital powerhouse, marking key milestones in the automotive industry. The platform offers a comprehensive range of services, including vehicle listings, pricing tools, and financing options, all designed to streamline the car-buying process. What sets Auto Trader apart is its user-friendly interface and extensive database, which provides consumers with valuable insights and comparisons. As a market leader, Auto Trader has garnered recognition for its innovative approach, making it a trusted name in the automotive sector.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Auto Trader'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.

28

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Auto Trader's score of 28 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Auto Trader's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Auto Trader reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,800,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes 3,800,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which pertain to direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 3,800,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions, which encompass all other indirect emissions in the value chain, also totalled 3,800,000 kg CO2e. Despite the significant emissions figures, Auto Trader has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of documented climate pledges or science-based targets suggests that the company may still be in the early stages of formalising its climate commitments. As the automotive industry increasingly prioritises sustainability, Auto Trader's future climate strategies will be crucial in aligning with global efforts to mitigate climate change.

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2022
Scope 1
3,800,000
Scope 2
3,800,000
Scope 3
3,800,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Auto Trader's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Auto Trader is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.

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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