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.
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In 2024, Genuine Parts Company reported total carbon emissions of approximately 381,500,000 kg CO2e, comprising 144,244,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 237,256,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This marks a significant increase from 2023, when total emissions were about 344,503,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 232,711,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 111,792,000 kg CO2e. Genuine Parts has set long-term climate commitments, including net-zero targets that encompass all scopes of emissions. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aim to cover 97% of its total investment and lending by invested capital as of 2022. The company is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions in line with the 1.5°C pathway, with a near-term target set for 2030. The emissions data is sourced directly from Genuine Parts Company, with no cascaded data from parent or related organizations. The company continues to focus on sustainability initiatives to mitigate its environmental impact while maintaining robust revenue, which was approximately USD 23.5 billion in 2024.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 242,817,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 132,008,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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.
Genuine Parts 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.

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