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Copart, Inc., a leading player in the automotive auction industry, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America and Europe. Founded in 1982, the company has established itself as a premier platform for the sale, maintenance, and repair of motor vehicles, including cars, motorcycles, and their respective parts and accessories.
Specialising in online vehicle auctions, Copart offers a unique inventory of salvage and clean title vehicles, catering to both individual buyers and businesses. Its innovative bidding system and extensive network of locations set it apart in the competitive landscape. With a strong market position, Copart has achieved significant milestones, including rapid growth in membership and a robust online presence, making it a trusted name in the automotive sector.
29
DitchCarbon score
-10 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Low
Motor Vehicle Retail Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.167
20182025
The Motor Vehicle Retail Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 38% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Scope 2
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Copart, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions
Copart, Inc. reported its latest carbon emissions data for 2025, which included approximately 109,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 emissions combined, and 414,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 investments.
In 2024, Copart's emissions included approximately 91,800,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 13,700,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. In 2023, these figures were approximately 78,800,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 14,200,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. For 2022, Copart's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 60,700,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were about 13,500,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, Scope 1 emissions were around 55,400,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 13,400,000 kg CO2e.
Copart, Inc., via its related entity Copar BV, has committed to Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) near-term targets. These targets, which are consistent with keeping global warming to 1.5°C, involve reducing absolute Scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2023 base year. Additionally, Copar BV commits to reducing absolute Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2023 base year, and to measuring and reducing its Scope 3 emissions.
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Copart, Inc.’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2030
42% reduction in Scope 2
Copar BV commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 42% by 2030 from a 2023 base year.
Behind target42%
2030
42% reduction in Scope 1
Copar BV commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 42% by 2030 from a 2023 base year.
Behind target42%
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Climate initiatives
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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