Honda
Honda Motor Co., Ltd., commonly known as Honda, is a leading multinational corporation headquartered in Japan (JP). Founded in 1948, Honda has established itself as a prominent player in the automotive and motorcycle industries, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. The company is renowned for its innovative engineering and commitment to quality, producing a diverse range of products, including automobiles, motorcycles, and power equipment. Honda's unique approach to manufacturing, emphasising efficiency and sustainability, has set it apart in a competitive market. With notable achievements such as being the world's largest motorcycle manufacturer and a pioneer in hybrid technology, Honda continues to maintain a strong market position. Its dedication to research and development ensures that Honda remains at the forefront of the automotive industry, consistently delivering cutting-edge solutions for consumers worldwide.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Honda'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.
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.
Industry Benchmark
Honda's score of 36 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Honda's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Honda's global carbon emissions totalled approximately 288,230,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1,090,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at around 2,730,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 284,410,000,000 kg CO2e. This represents a slight increase from 2022, where total emissions were about 280,020,000,000 kg CO2e. Honda has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. The company has reported emissions across all three scopes, indicating a comprehensive approach to tracking its environmental impact. Notably, the use of sold products contributes significantly to Scope 3 emissions, highlighting the importance of lifecycle assessments in their sustainability strategy. Overall, Honda's emissions data reflects ongoing challenges in achieving significant reductions, particularly in Scope 3 emissions, which are often the most substantial for automotive manufacturers. The company continues to navigate the complexities of climate commitments within the automotive industry, focusing on transparency and accountability in its emissions reporting.
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Add to project| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,310,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,840,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 231,770,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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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.
Honda 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.
