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Genuine Parts

Genuine Parts Company (GPC), a leading distributor of automotive and industrial replacement parts, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1928, GPC has established a strong presence across North America, Europe, and Asia, serving a diverse clientele in the automotive, industrial, and office products sectors. The company is renowned for its extensive range of high-quality parts and services, including automotive components, industrial supplies, and electrical products. GPC's commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction has solidified its position as a trusted partner in the industry. With a rich history of innovation and growth, Genuine Parts continues to set benchmarks in the market, making it a formidable player in the global distribution landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Genuine Parts'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.

23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Machinery and Equipment 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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Genuine Parts's score of 23 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Genuine Parts's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Genuine Parts Company reported total carbon emissions of approximately 344,503,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 232,711,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 111,792,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This represents a slight increase from 2022, where emissions totalled approximately 335,633,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 217,836,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at approximately 117,797,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. Their near-term targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which aims to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Genuine Parts is committed to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions, with a focus on achieving significant reductions in its operational emissions (Scopes 1 and 2) as part of its long-term strategy. Overall, Genuine Parts is actively working towards enhancing its sustainability practices and reducing its carbon footprint, reflecting a growing commitment to climate action within the automotive parts industry.

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Scope 1
242,817,000
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Scope 2
132,008,000
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Genuine Parts's primary industry is Machinery and equipment n.e.c. (29), which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Genuine Parts is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Genuine Parts 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.

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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