Bentley Motors Limited, a prestigious British luxury automobile manufacturer, is headquartered in Crewe, GB. Founded in 1919, Bentley has established itself as a leader in the luxury automotive industry, renowned for its exquisite craftsmanship and performance. The company primarily operates in Europe, North America, and Asia, producing high-end vehicles that blend cutting-edge technology with timeless design. Bentley's core offerings include the Continental GT, Bentayga, and Flying Spur, each distinguished by their bespoke features and unparalleled attention to detail. The brand's commitment to luxury and performance has earned it a prominent position in the market, with notable achievements such as multiple wins at the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans. Bentley Motors continues to set the standard for luxury motoring, appealing to discerning customers worldwide.
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In 2024, Bentley Motors reported total carbon emissions of approximately 15,198,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 2,051,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, primarily from direct operations, and 5,938,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompass business travel. Notably, Bentley has achieved a 6% reduction in total Scope 1 and 2 emissions, decreasing from 9,902 tonnes CO2e in 2023 to 9,260 tonnes CO2e in 2024, driven by energy efficiency improvements and operational enhancements. Bentley Motors is committed to long-term climate goals as part of its Beyond100+ strategy, aiming to align with the 1.5°C pathway. The company has set ambitious decarbonisation targets for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, with a roadmap in place to support these initiatives through 2035. The emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Volkswagen AG, reflecting the corporate family's commitment to sustainability. Overall, Bentley Motors is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint while enhancing operational efficiency, demonstrating a strong commitment to climate action within the automotive industry.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,540,660 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 710,450 | 000,000 | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Bentley Motors's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 9% last year and increased by approximately 192% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Business Travel" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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.
Bentley Motors 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.
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