Genuine Parts Company, often referred to as GPC, is a leading distributor in the machinery and equipment sector, specifically within the "Machinery and equipment n.e.c. (29)" industry. Headquartered in the United States, GPC operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia, providing a wide range of products and services tailored to various sectors.
Founded in 1928, Genuine Parts has established itself as a trusted name in the distribution of automotive and industrial replacement parts. The company’s core offerings include automotive parts, industrial components, and office supplies, distinguished by their commitment to quality and customer service. With a strong market position, GPC has achieved notable milestones, including consistent growth and expansion, solidifying its reputation as a reliable partner in the machinery and equipment landscape.
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Genuine Parts’s score of 31 is higher than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Machinery and Equipment has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Machinery and Equipment industry has reduced its overall emissions by 12% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Genuine Parts's reported carbon emissions
Genuine Parts, headquartered in the US and operating within the machinery and equipment sector, has reported its carbon emissions for the years 2021 through 2024. For 2024, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 144.2 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 237.3 million kg CO2e, totalling approximately 381.5 million kg CO2e for these scopes. In 2023, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 232.7 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 111.8 million kg CO2e, resulting in a combined total of approximately 344.5 million kg CO2e. The company's commitment to climate action includes a long-term net-zero target spanning all scopes, set to be achieved by 2050, with a starting point of 2023. Data indicates that Scope 3 emissions are not yet fully disclosed, with a noted missing data point for "purchased goods and services." The company's revenue intensity for greenhouse gas emissions was reported as 1,800.0 units of CO2e per unit of revenue in 2023, down from 1,100.0 in 2022 and 1,000.0 in 2021, indicating a potential increase in emission intensity relative to revenue in more recent years, although absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions have also fluctuated. The available data does not show any specific reduction achievements for these scopes.
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Genuine Parts’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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