Continental Automotive GmbH, commonly referred to as Continental, is a leading global player in the automotive industry, headquartered in Germany. Established in 1871, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones such as its expansion into advanced driver assistance systems and electric vehicle technologies. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Continental operates across various business areas, including tyre manufacturing, vehicle safety, and connectivity solutions. Its core products, such as innovative braking systems and cutting-edge infotainment technologies, set the company apart through their emphasis on safety and sustainability. Recognised for its commitment to quality and innovation, Continental holds a prominent market position, consistently ranking among the top automotive suppliers worldwide. The company’s dedication to research and development continues to drive its success in an ever-evolving industry.
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Continental Automotive GmbH's score of 67 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Continental Automotive GmbH, headquartered in Germany (DE), currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as no emissions figures are available. The company is a current subsidiary of Continental Aktiengesellschaft, which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. While there are no documented reduction targets or specific climate pledges from Continental Automotive GmbH, it is important to note that any climate initiatives or targets would likely be aligned with those set by its parent company, Continental Aktiengesellschaft. This includes potential commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and participation in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), both of which are cascaded from the parent organization. Continental Aktiengesellschaft has established various sustainability initiatives, which may indirectly impact Continental Automotive GmbH's climate strategy. However, without specific emissions data or reduction targets from Continental Automotive GmbH, a detailed assessment of its carbon footprint and climate commitments cannot be provided at this time.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 659,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,857,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | - | 000,000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 |
Continental Automotive GmbH's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 6% last year and increased by approximately 814% 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" being the largest emissions source at 79% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Continental Automotive GmbH 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.