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Motor Vehicle Retail Services
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updated 15 days ago

Kia America, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Kia America, Inc., a subsidiary of the South Korean automotive manufacturer Kia Corporation, is headquartered in the United States, specifically in Irvine, California. Established in 1992, Kia has rapidly evolved within the automotive industry, focusing on the design, manufacturing, and marketing of a diverse range of vehicles, including sedans, SUVs, and electric models. Kia's commitment to innovation is evident in its core offerings, which feature advanced technology, safety features, and eco-friendly options. The brand has garnered recognition for its stylish designs and value-driven pricing, positioning itself as a competitive player in the North American market. Notable achievements include multiple awards for quality and customer satisfaction, solidifying Kia's reputation as a trusted choice among consumers.

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30

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Motor Vehicle Retail 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.

30

Industry Benchmark

Kia America, Inc.'s score of 30 is lower than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Kia America, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Kia Corporation

Kia America, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Kia Corporation, which influences its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As a part of its corporate family, Kia America, Inc. inherits emissions data and sustainability initiatives from Kia Corporation. Kia Corporation has made significant strides in addressing climate change, including participation in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) and commitments to renewable energy initiatives. However, specific reduction targets or achievements for Kia America, Inc. have not been disclosed. The absence of detailed emissions data and reduction targets suggests that Kia America, Inc. is still in the process of establishing its own specific climate commitments, while aligning with the broader goals set by its parent company. As the automotive industry increasingly focuses on sustainability, Kia America, Inc. is expected to develop its own strategies and targets in line with global climate initiatives. The company's future commitments may include adopting science-based targets and enhancing transparency in emissions reporting, reflecting the growing importance of corporate responsibility in addressing climate change.

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2018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
260,000,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
470,000,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
-
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
-
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Kia America, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kia America, Inc.'s primary industry is Sale, maintenance, repair of motor vehicles, motor vehicles parts, motorcycles, motor cycles parts and accessoiries, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Kia America, Inc.'s Location?

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Very high
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 Kia America, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Kia America, Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Kia America, Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 0% last year and increased by approximately 37% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 78% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Use of Sold Products
78%
Purchased Goods and Services
19%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Investments
<1%
Capital Goods
<1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Kia America, Inc.'s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Kia America, Inc. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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