BrightDrop Sustainability Profile
BrightDrop, a subsidiary of General Motors, is a pioneering company headquartered in the United States, primarily focused on the electric delivery vehicle industry. Founded in 2021, BrightDrop aims to revolutionise logistics and transportation through sustainable solutions, addressing the growing demand for eco-friendly delivery options. The company’s flagship products include the EV600 electric van and the BrightDrop Zevo, designed to enhance efficiency and reduce carbon emissions in last-mile delivery. BrightDrop's innovative approach positions it as a leader in the electric vehicle market, catering to businesses seeking to modernise their fleets while prioritising sustainability. With a commitment to advancing electric mobility, BrightDrop has quickly established itself as a key player in the logistics sector, contributing to the broader shift towards greener transportation solutions.
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BrightDrop, headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of General Motors Company, which means its climate commitments and reduction initiatives are influenced by its parent organisation's strategies. BrightDrop inherits its emissions reduction targets and climate initiatives from General Motors, which has set ambitious goals to reduce its carbon footprint. These initiatives include commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), and the RE100 initiative, all of which aim to drive significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions across their operations. While specific emissions data for BrightDrop is not provided, the overarching climate strategy from General Motors includes a commitment to achieving carbon neutrality in global products and operations by 2040. This commitment reflects a broader industry trend towards sustainability and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. As BrightDrop continues to align with General Motors' climate goals, it is expected to contribute to the reduction of Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, although specific targets and achievements for BrightDrop have not been detailed. The company’s efforts are part of a larger movement within the automotive sector to address climate change and promote sustainable practices.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | 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 |
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BrightDrop's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
BrightDrop's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 8% last year and decreased by approximately 25% since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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BrightDrop's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
BrightDrop has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
