Hyundai Motor
Hyundai Motor Company, commonly referred to as Hyundai, is a leading global automotive manufacturer headquartered in South Korea (KR). Founded in 1967, the company has established a strong presence in major operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Hyundai operates within the automotive industry, focusing on the design, production, and sale of vehicles, including sedans, SUVs, and electric models. Renowned for its commitment to innovation, Hyundai has achieved significant milestones, such as the introduction of its eco-friendly Ioniq series. The company is recognised for its advanced technology, safety features, and competitive pricing, which have solidified its market position. With a reputation for quality and reliability, Hyundai continues to be a prominent player in the global automotive landscape, consistently earning accolades for its vehicles and sustainability initiatives.
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Industry Benchmark
Hyundai Motor's score of 33 is higher than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Hyundai Motor's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Hyundai Motor reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,275,751,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 696,590,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,579,161,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 141,956,876,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, Hyundai has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. From 2016 to 2023, the company has made significant strides in emissions reduction, with total emissions decreasing from about 10,064,364,000 kg CO2e in 2016 to the latest figure in 2023. This represents a reduction of approximately 7,788,613,000 kg CO2e over the seven-year period. Hyundai's emissions profile shows a consistent focus on addressing Scope 3 emissions, which are often the largest portion of a company's carbon footprint. In 2023, Scope 3 emissions accounted for about 62% of total emissions, highlighting the importance of supply chain and product lifecycle management in their climate strategy. Despite these reductions, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed by Hyundai Motor. The company continues to explore initiatives aimed at further decreasing its environmental impact, aligning with industry standards for sustainability and climate action.
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Add to project| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 822,273,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,032,654,000 | 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 | 7,209,437,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 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.
Hyundai Motor 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.
