Auto1
Auto1 Group, headquartered in Berlin, Germany, is a leading player in the European online car trading industry. Founded in 2012, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across major markets, including France, Italy, and Spain, establishing itself as a trusted platform for buying and selling used vehicles. Specialising in digital car sales, Auto1 Group offers a unique marketplace that connects dealers and private sellers, streamlining the transaction process. Their innovative approach includes a comprehensive inspection service and a transparent pricing model, setting them apart in a competitive landscape. With a strong market position, Auto1 Group has achieved significant milestones, including a successful IPO in 2021. Their commitment to quality and customer satisfaction has solidified their reputation as a go-to destination for automotive transactions in Europe.
DitchCarbon Score
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Auto1's score of 20 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Auto1's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Auto1 reported total carbon emissions of approximately 235,565,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 7,886,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 448,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity. The majority of their emissions, about 227,232,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which includes all other indirect emissions in the value chain. Comparatively, in 2022, Auto1's total emissions were approximately 293,334,000 kg CO2e, indicating a significant reduction in emissions year-on-year. This trend of decreasing emissions is notable, as the company has moved from about 269,249,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and 178,933,000 kg CO2e in 2020. Despite these reductions, Auto1 has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company operates within a rapidly evolving industry context, where many organisations are increasingly focusing on sustainability and carbon neutrality.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,278,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 222,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 158,095,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Auto1 is not committed to any 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.
