BMW Group
BMW Group, officially known as Bayerische Motoren Werke AG, is a leading global automotive manufacturer headquartered in Munich, Germany. Established in 1916, the company has evolved into a powerhouse in the luxury vehicle segment, with significant operations across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Specialising in premium automobiles, motorcycles, and bicycles, BMW Group is renowned for its innovative engineering and commitment to sustainability. The company’s core brands—BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce—offer a unique blend of performance, luxury, and cutting-edge technology, setting them apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, BMW Group has achieved numerous accolades, including recognition for its advancements in electric mobility and autonomous driving technologies. As a pioneer in the automotive industry, BMW Group continues to shape the future of mobility while maintaining its legacy of excellence.
DitchCarbon Score
How does BMW Group'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
BMW Group's score of 42 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
BMW Group's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, BMW Group reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 134,699,641,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 713,933,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 110,141,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 133,875,567,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This reflects the company's ongoing commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. BMW Group has set ambitious targets to significantly reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. The company aims to achieve an 80% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions per vehicle produced, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, it plans to cut Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 50% per vehicle kilometre and reduce emissions from purchased goods and services, as well as upstream transportation and distribution services, by 22% per vehicle sold, all from the same 2019 baseline. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support the global effort to limit temperature rise to well below 2°C. BMW Group's commitment includes biogenic emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to sustainability in the automotive sector. The company is also committed to achieving net-zero emissions in the long term, with specific strategies in place for both Scope 1 and 2 emissions.
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Add to project| 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 409,911,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 933,097,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 618,340,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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BMW Group 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.
