Ford
Ford Motor Company, commonly known as Ford, is a leading American automotive manufacturer headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan. Founded in 1903, Ford has played a pivotal role in the evolution of the automotive industry, introducing innovations such as the assembly line production method. The company operates globally, with significant markets in North America, Europe, and Asia. Specialising in the design, manufacture, and sale of automobiles, Ford's core product offerings include a diverse range of vehicles, from trucks and SUVs to electric models. The Ford F-Series has consistently ranked as one of the best-selling vehicles in the United States, showcasing the brand's strong market position. With a commitment to sustainability and advanced technology, Ford continues to lead the charge in the transition to electric mobility, making it a notable player in the automotive sector.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Ford'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.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Motor Vehicles 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.
Industry Benchmark
Ford's score of 44 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Ford's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Ford Motor Company reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 386.6 million tonnes CO2e. This figure includes about 1.1 million tonnes from Scope 1 emissions, 1.4 million tonnes from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 384.1 million tonnes from Scope 3 emissions, which primarily arise from the use of sold products. Ford has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 76% by 2035, using 2017 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company targets a 50% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per vehicle kilometre by 2035, with 2019 as the reference year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to global efforts to limit temperature rise to well below 2°C. Ford's commitment to sustainability is further underscored by its participation in initiatives such as the Business Ambition for 1.5°C, demonstrating its dedication to addressing climate change through significant emissions reductions across its operations and product lifecycle.
Unlock detailed emissions data
Access structured emissions data, company-specific emission factors, and source documents
Add to project2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,384,651,260 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,260,242,390 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
Industry emissions intensity
Location emissions intensity
Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Ford is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
