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Motor Vehicle Retail Services
US
updated 3 months ago

Continental Automotive Systems, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Continental Automotive Systems, Inc., commonly referred to as Continental, is a leading global supplier of automotive technology headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1871, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe, Asia, and North America. Specialising in advanced automotive systems, Continental focuses on areas such as vehicle safety, powertrain, and interior electronics. With a commitment to innovation, Continental offers a diverse range of products, including braking systems, engine management solutions, and infotainment systems, all designed to enhance vehicle performance and safety. The company is recognised for its pioneering contributions to the automotive industry, positioning itself as a market leader with numerous accolades for technological advancements and sustainability initiatives.

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How does Continental Automotive Systems, 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.

70

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Motor Vehicle Retail 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.

32

Industry Benchmark

Continental Automotive Systems, Inc.'s score of 70 is higher than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

84%

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Continental Automotive Systems, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Continental Aktiengesellschaft

Continental Automotive Systems, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the latest year. The company is a current subsidiary of Continental Aktiengesellschaft, which cascades its emissions data and climate commitments down to its subsidiaries. Continental Aktiengesellschaft has set various climate initiatives, including Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) commitments, CDP disclosures, and participation in the RE100 initiative, all of which are relevant to Continental Automotive Systems, Inc. However, specific reduction targets or achievements for Continental Automotive Systems, Inc. have not been disclosed. As a part of its corporate family, Continental Automotive Systems, Inc. aligns with the broader sustainability goals of Continental Aktiengesellschaft, which focuses on reducing emissions across its operations. The absence of specific emissions data highlights the need for further transparency in reporting and commitment to climate action within the automotive sector.

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Scope 1
592,000,000
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000,000,000
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000,000,000
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Scope 2
1,861,000,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000
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000,000,000
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000,000,000
Scope 3
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00,000,000,000
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000,000,000,000
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000,000,000,000
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00,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Continental Automotive Systems, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Continental Automotive Systems, Inc.'s primary industry is Motor Vehicle Retail Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Continental Automotive Systems, Inc.'s Location?

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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 Continental Automotive Systems, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Continental Automotive Systems, Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Continental Automotive Systems, Inc.'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.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Use of Sold Products
79%
Purchased Goods and Services
14%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
4%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Capital Goods
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Processing of Sold Products
<1%

Continental Automotive Systems, Inc.'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.

Continental Automotive Systems, Inc. has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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

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