AutoZone
AutoZone, officially known as AutoZone, Inc., is a leading retailer in the automotive parts and accessories industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1979, the company has established a significant presence across North America, with thousands of locations primarily in the US, Mexico, and Puerto Rico. Specialising in automotive replacement parts, maintenance items, and accessories, AutoZone is renowned for its extensive inventory and knowledgeable staff. The company offers unique services such as free battery testing and a user-friendly online platform for parts lookup, enhancing the customer experience. With a strong market position, AutoZone has consistently been recognised for its commitment to quality and customer service, making it a trusted name among DIY enthusiasts and professional mechanics alike.
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AutoZone's score of 32 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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AutoZone's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, AutoZone reported total carbon emissions of approximately 456,205,000 kg CO2e globally, with 257,975,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 198,230,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. In the US, their emissions for the same year were about 199,695,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity accounting for approximately 167,116,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, AutoZone's total emissions in the US were about 211,505,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight reduction in emissions year-on-year. The company has consistently reported emissions data, with 2021 figures showing total emissions of approximately 204,458,000 kg CO2e in the US, primarily from Scope 2. Despite these figures, AutoZone has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company continues to monitor and disclose its emissions, reflecting a commitment to transparency in its environmental impact.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 249,305,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 186,677,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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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.
AutoZone 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.
