HD Hyundai Electric Co., Ltd.
HD Hyundai Electric Co., Ltd., headquartered in South Korea (KR), is a prominent player in the electricity nec industry. Founded in 1973, the company has established itself as a leader in the development and manufacturing of advanced electrical equipment and solutions. With a strong focus on innovation, HD Hyundai Electric offers a diverse range of products, including power generation systems, transformers, and smart grid technologies, all designed to enhance energy efficiency and sustainability.
The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for its commitment to quality and technological advancement. HD Hyundai Electric's unique offerings, such as its cutting-edge renewable energy solutions, position it favourably in the global market. With a robust operational presence across Asia and beyond, the company continues to drive progress in the electricity sector, solidifying its reputation as a trusted provider of electrical solutions.
-4 vs industry average
HD Hyundai Electric Co., Ltd.’s score of 11 is lower than 35% 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
Electricity from Other Sources is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Electricity from Other Sources industry has reduced its overall emissions by 36% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2024
Reported emissions
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HD Hyundai Electric Co., Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions
HD Hyundai Electric Co., Ltd. is committed to addressing its environmental impact within the electricity sector. While specific, recent carbon reduction targets are not detailed, the company has disclosed its emissions data for previous years.
In 2021, HD Hyundai Electric reported a substantial Scope 3 emissions total of approximately 101,790,793,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes significant contributions from the use of sold products, estimated at around 80,887,513,000 kg CO2e, and the end-of-life treatment of sold products, contributing approximately 8,107,940,000 kg CO2e. In the same year, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 723,966,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were about 1,660,238,000 kg CO2e, leading to a combined Scope 1 and 2 total of approximately 2,384,204,000 kg CO2e.
For 2020, total emissions were approximately 103,354,800,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at around 716,237,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 1,680,079,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at roughly 100,536,484,000 kg CO2e. The use of sold products was the largest contributor to Scope 3 emissions, at about 81,598,073,000 kg CO2e.
In 2019, the company reported total emissions of approximately 123,907,400,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were approximately 807,498,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were about 1,897,885,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reached approximately 120,382,017,000 kg CO2e, with the use of sold products accounting for around 97,941,942,000 kg CO2e.
Prior to this, in 2018, HD Hyundai Electric disclosed Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalling approximately 37,543,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 8,725,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at roughly 28,820,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were not disclosed for this year. Similarly, in 2017, Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 37,389,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 7,226,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 30,165,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. Scope 3 data was also not reported for 2017.
The company's reporting indicates a focus on Scope 3 emissions, particularly those related to the lifecycle of its products. While specific climate pledges or SBTi targets are not outlined in the provided information, the company is based in South Korea (KR) and operates within the "Electricity nec" industry. The data presented is directly reported by HD Hyundai Electric Co., Ltd. and is not cascaded from a parent organisation.
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HD Hyundai Electric Co., Ltd.’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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