Gentex
Gentex Corporation, headquartered in the United States, is a leading player in the automotive and aerospace industries, renowned for its innovative technology solutions. Founded in 1974, the company has achieved significant milestones, including the development of advanced electrochromatic devices and smart mirror systems that enhance driver safety and comfort. Gentex's core products include automatic dimming rear-view mirrors, camera-based driver assistance systems, and innovative lighting solutions. These offerings are distinguished by their integration of cutting-edge technology and user-centric design, setting them apart in a competitive market. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Gentex has established itself as a market leader, consistently recognised for its commitment to quality and innovation in automotive safety and connectivity.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Gentex's score of 30 is higher than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Gentex's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Gentex reported total carbon emissions of approximately 99,614,000 kg CO2e, comprising emissions from Scope 1 and Scope 2. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 10,328,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions accounted for approximately 89,586,000 kg CO2e. Gentex has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2049. The company has established interim reduction targets, including a 15% reduction in emissions by 2026, a 40% reduction by 2031, and a significant 70% reduction by 2041, all based on 2020 levels. These targets encompass all scopes of emissions, demonstrating Gentex's commitment to addressing its carbon footprint comprehensively. The company’s proactive approach aligns with industry standards for climate action, reflecting a commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,555,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 48,056,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Gentex is not committed to any 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.
