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Motor Vehicle Retail Services
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updated 2 months ago

Copart, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Copart, Inc., a leading online vehicle auction company, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America, Europe, and the Middle East. Founded in 1982, Copart has revolutionised the automotive auction industry by providing a platform that connects buyers and sellers of salvage and clean title vehicles. The company offers a diverse range of services, including online bidding and vehicle storage, making it a unique player in the market. Copart's innovative technology and user-friendly interface have positioned it as a top choice for both individual buyers and businesses seeking to acquire vehicles efficiently. With a strong market presence and a commitment to customer satisfaction, Copart continues to set industry standards and achieve significant milestones in the automotive auction sector.

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35

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

Copart, Inc.'s score of 35 is higher than 55% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Copart, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Copart, Inc. reported total emissions of approximately 104,500,000 kg CO2e, comprising 91,800,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 13,700,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This marks a notable increase from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 93,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 78,800,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 14,200,000 kg CO2e. Copart has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2023 as the base year. This target aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The company is also committed to measuring and reducing its Scope 3 emissions, although specific data for these emissions has not been disclosed. Overall, Copart's emissions data and reduction targets reflect a proactive approach to addressing climate change, with a clear focus on significant reductions in their operational emissions.

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Scope 1
55,400,000
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Scope 2
13,400,000
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Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Copart, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Copart, 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 Copart, 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 Copart, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Copart, 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.

Copart, 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
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