Exide
Exide Industries Limited, commonly known as Exide, is a leading player in the battery manufacturing industry, headquartered in Kolkata, India. Founded in 1947, Exide has established itself as a pioneer in the production of lead-acid batteries, catering to a diverse range of sectors including automotive, industrial, and renewable energy. With a robust presence across India and significant operations in international markets, Exide offers a comprehensive portfolio of products, including automotive batteries, inverter batteries, and specialised industrial batteries. The company is renowned for its innovative technology and commitment to quality, which have positioned it as a trusted brand among consumers and businesses alike. Exide's notable achievements include being one of the largest manufacturers of lead-acid batteries in India, reflecting its strong market position and dedication to sustainability and customer satisfaction.
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Exide's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Exide Industries Limited reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 29,994,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 339,073,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 912,765,000 kg CO2e. This data highlights the company's overall carbon footprint, with a total of around 1,281,832,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. For the year 2024, Exide has not disclosed specific emissions data but continues to report on its emissions intensity. The company reported a Scope 1 and Scope 2 emission intensity of about 0.0052685 kg CO2e per rupee of turnover, adjusted for Purchasing Power Parity (PPP), and an intensity of approximately 0.02569 kg CO2e per MWh of electricity produced. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or commitments, Exide Industries Limited is actively monitoring its emissions and has disclosed its emissions data comprehensively. The company has not inherited any emissions data from a parent organisation, indicating that its reported figures are solely its own. Overall, while Exide has not set formal reduction targets or climate pledges, its emissions data reflects a commitment to transparency in its environmental impact.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 22,818,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 331,211,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Exide 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.
