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updated 9 days ago

Karsan

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Karsan, officially known as Karsan Otomotiv Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş., is a prominent player in the automotive industry, headquartered in Eskişehir, Turkey (EE). Founded in 1966, Karsan has established itself as a leader in the production of commercial vehicles, particularly buses and vans, catering to both domestic and international markets. With a focus on innovation, Karsan offers a range of unique products, including electric and hybrid vehicles, which are designed to meet the evolving demands of urban transportation. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as expanding its operational footprint across Europe and securing partnerships with major global brands. Karsan's commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology positions it as a competitive force in the automotive sector, making it a preferred choice for eco-conscious consumers and businesses alike.

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18

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Karsan's score of 18 is lower than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Karsan's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Karsan's emissions data is not explicitly detailed, but the company has set ambitious climate commitments. Karsan aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, with specific targets for emissions reductions. Notably, they plan to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 41% by 2030, as outlined in their 2023 Sustainability Report. This commitment reflects a proactive approach to energy efficiency and the implementation of renewable energy projects. Karsan's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Karsan Otomotiv Sanayii ve Ticaret A.S., indicating a structured approach to sustainability within the corporate family. The company is focused on integrating sustainable practices into its operations, although specific emissions figures for Scope 1, 2, and 3 have not been disclosed for the recent years. Overall, Karsan is positioning itself as a forward-thinking player in the automotive industry, committed to significant emissions reductions and long-term sustainability goals.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Karsan's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. This request for Karsan is in EE, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Karsan 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.

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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