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BYD Company Limited

BYD Company Limited, commonly known as BYD, is a leading Chinese multinational headquartered in Shenzhen, CN. Founded in 1995, BYD has rapidly evolved into a prominent player in the electric vehicle (EV) and renewable energy sectors, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. The company is renowned for its innovative electric vehicles, batteries, and energy storage solutions, setting itself apart with cutting-edge technology and a commitment to sustainability. BYD's diverse product range includes electric buses, trucks, and passenger cars, which have garnered global recognition for their performance and efficiency. With a strong market position, BYD has achieved numerous milestones, including being one of the largest EV manufacturers worldwide. Its dedication to green technology and sustainable development continues to drive its success in the competitive automotive and energy markets.

DitchCarbon Score

How does BYD Company Limited'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.

23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Motor Vehicle Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

18

Industry Benchmark

BYD Company Limited's score of 23 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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BYD Company Limited's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, BYD Company Limited, headquartered in CN, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12,341,455,000 kg CO2e, comprising 931,916,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 11,409,539,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has shown a significant increase in emissions over the years, with 2022 emissions at about 8,061,970,000 kg CO2e, 2021 at approximately 5,219,112,000 kg CO2e, and 2020 at around 4,145,179,000 kg CO2e. For 2024, BYD's emissions are projected to include 1,539,251,460 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 8,562,574,740 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 3,326,312,490 kg CO2e from Scope 3, indicating a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting. However, the company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, which may limit its ability to demonstrate proactive measures in addressing climate change. Overall, BYD's emissions data reflects its growing operations, but the absence of defined reduction targets suggests a need for enhanced climate strategies to align with global sustainability goals.

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Scope 1
199,406,000
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0,000,000,000
Scope 2
3,945,773,000
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0,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 3
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-
-
0,000,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. BYD Company Limited's primary industry is Motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers (34), which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. BYD Company Limited is headquartered in CN, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

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.

BYD Company Limited 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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