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updated 17 hours ago

Cars.com Inc.

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Cars.com Inc., headquartered in the United States, is a leading online automotive marketplace that connects buyers and sellers of vehicles. Founded in 1998, the company has established itself as a key player in the automotive industry, primarily operating across major regions in North America. Specialising in providing comprehensive vehicle listings, expert reviews, and innovative tools for car shopping, Cars.com stands out with its user-friendly platform and extensive database. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of advanced search features and a robust mobile application, enhancing the car-buying experience. With a strong market position, Cars.com has garnered recognition for its commitment to transparency and customer satisfaction, making it a trusted resource for millions of consumers seeking to navigate the complexities of car ownership.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Cars.com Inc.'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.

30

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Computer Services 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.

27

Industry Benchmark

Cars.com Inc.'s score of 30 is higher than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Cars.com Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Cars.com Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not provide specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of reported figures in kg CO2e. Additionally, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges associated with the company. This lack of data suggests that Cars.com Inc. may not have established formal commitments to reduce its carbon footprint or engage in industry-standard climate initiatives. As the company does not inherit emissions data from a parent organisation, it operates independently in terms of climate reporting. Without specific emissions figures or reduction initiatives, it is challenging to assess Cars.com Inc.'s impact on climate change or its commitment to sustainability within the automotive industry.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Cars.com Inc.'s primary industry is Computer and related services (72), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. This request for Cars.com Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Cars.com Inc. is participating in some 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.

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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