Hyundai Rotem Company, a prominent player in the transportation and defence sectors, is headquartered in South Korea (KR). Established in 1977, the company has evolved into a leader in manufacturing rolling stock, defence systems, and plant engineering, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and North America. Renowned for its innovative approach, Hyundai Rotem offers a diverse range of products, including high-speed trains, metro systems, and military vehicles, distinguished by their advanced technology and reliability. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as the successful deployment of its trains in various international markets, solidifying its position as a key competitor in the global railway industry. With a commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge design, Hyundai Rotem continues to shape the future of transportation and defence solutions.
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In 2023, Hyundai Rotem Company reported total carbon emissions of approximately 25,772,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 7,024,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 18,748,000 kg CO2e. Notably, their Scope 3 emissions were significantly higher, reaching about 8,887,721,000 kg CO2e, with the largest contributions coming from the use of sold products (approximately 8,754,044,000 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (around 3,027,000 kg CO2e). In comparison, the company's total emissions for 2022 were about 25,931,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 8,128,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at around 17,803,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were about 8,269,899,000 kg CO2e. Despite these substantial emissions figures, Hyundai Rotem has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further clarity on their long-term climate strategy. The company operates within an industry context that increasingly prioritises sustainability and carbon footprint reduction, highlighting the importance of establishing measurable climate goals.
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2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 8,892,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 17,650,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 93,556,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Hyundai Rotem Company is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.