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Group 1 Automotive

Group 1 Automotive, a leading automotive retailer headquartered in the United States, has established a significant presence across major operational regions, including the South and the West. Founded in 1997, the company has grown through strategic acquisitions and now operates numerous dealerships, offering a diverse range of new and used vehicles. Specialising in automotive sales, service, and parts, Group 1 Automotive distinguishes itself with a commitment to customer satisfaction and a robust online presence. The company’s extensive inventory features popular brands, ensuring a comprehensive selection for consumers. Recognised for its innovative approach and operational excellence, Group 1 Automotive has solidified its position as a key player in the automotive industry, consistently achieving notable milestones in growth and service quality.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Group 1 Automotive'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.

20

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Motor Vehicle Manufacturing 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.

18

Industry Benchmark

Group 1 Automotive's score of 20 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

72%

Group 1 Automotive's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Group 1 Automotive reported total carbon emissions of approximately 63,659,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 41,525,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of approximately 105,184,000 kg CO2e. This marks an increase in emissions from 2022, where Scope 1 emissions were about 60,512,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 48,699,000 kg CO2e. Despite the rise in emissions, Group 1 Automotive has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The company operates within the automotive industry, which is under increasing pressure to address climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. As such, Group 1 Automotive's commitment to sustainability and climate action remains a critical focus area, although specific strategies or pledges have not been publicly outlined.

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202120222023
Scope 1
36,551,950
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
48,699,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Group 1 Automotive's primary industry is Motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers (34), 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. Group 1 Automotive is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon 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.

Group 1 Automotive 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.

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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