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China FAW Group Co., Ltd.

China FAW Group Co., Ltd., commonly known as FAW, is a leading automotive manufacturer headquartered in Changchun, Jilin Province, China. Established in 1953, FAW has grown to become a significant player in the global automotive industry, with operations spanning across various regions, including Asia, Europe, and South America. FAW specialises in the production of passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and automotive components, with a strong emphasis on innovation and quality. The company is renowned for its flagship brands, such as Hongqi, which represents luxury and sophistication in the Chinese market. With a commitment to sustainable development, FAW has made notable strides in electric vehicle technology, positioning itself as a forward-thinking leader in the automotive sector. As one of China's largest automotive groups, FAW continues to achieve remarkable milestones, solidifying its market position both domestically and internationally.

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How does China FAW Group Co., Ltd.'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.

19

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.

22

Industry Benchmark

China FAW Group Co., Ltd.'s score of 19 is higher than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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China FAW Group Co., Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2022, China FAW Group Co., Ltd. reported carbon emissions of approximately 3,243,270,000 kg CO2e, a significant reduction from 4,392,200,000 kg CO2e in 2020 and 4,180,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021. The company primarily discloses emissions under Scope 1, which accounted for the entirety of their reported emissions, while Scope 2 and Scope 3 emissions were reported as zero. FAW Group has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, achieving a notable decrease in emissions over the years. From 2020 to 2022, the company reduced its Scope 1 emissions by about 1,148,930,000 kg CO2e. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or climate pledges, the trend indicates a proactive approach towards sustainability and emissions management. The company also reports emissions intensity metrics, with emissions of carbon dioxide per RMB 10,000 of output value decreasing from 6.9e-06 in 2020 to 6.1e-06 in 2022, reflecting improved efficiency in their operations. Overall, China FAW Group's efforts align with industry standards for climate action, showcasing a commitment to reducing carbon emissions in the automotive sector.

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Scope 1
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0,000,000,000
Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. China FAW Group Co., Ltd.'s primary industry is Motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers (34), which is 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 China FAW Group Co., Ltd. is 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.

China FAW Group Co., Ltd. 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.

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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