Public Profile

Kia

Kia Corporation, commonly referred to as Kia, is a prominent South Korean automotive manufacturer headquartered in Seoul, South Korea. Founded in 1944, Kia has evolved into a key player in the global automotive industry, with a strong presence in regions such as North America, Europe, and Asia. The company is renowned for its diverse range of vehicles, including sedans, SUVs, and electric models, which are distinguished by their innovative design, advanced technology, and commitment to sustainability. Kia has achieved significant milestones, including the launch of its first electric vehicle, the Kia Soul EV, and the establishment of a robust global manufacturing network. With a reputation for quality and value, Kia consistently ranks high in customer satisfaction and has garnered numerous awards for safety and design excellence, solidifying its position as a competitive force in the automotive market.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Kia'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.

4

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the 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.

0

Industry Benchmark

Kia's score of 4 is lower than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

1%

Kia's reported carbon emissions

Kia, headquartered in South Korea (SK), currently does not provide specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as no figures are available. However, the company is actively engaged in climate commitments and initiatives aimed at reducing its environmental impact. While there are no documented reduction targets or specific pledges outlined, Kia is part of the automotive industry's broader movement towards sustainability. This includes efforts to enhance vehicle efficiency, invest in electric vehicle technology, and reduce overall carbon footprints across their operations. As the industry evolves, Kia's future commitments and strategies will likely align with global climate goals, focusing on reducing emissions across all scopes.

Industry emissions intensity

Very low
Low
Medium
High
Very high
Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kia's primary industry is , which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

Very low
Low
Medium
High
Very high
The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Kia is headquartered in SK, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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.

Kia 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.

SBTi
CDP
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

Other Organizations in

Famad

NG
Transport Equipment Manufacturing
Updated 12 days ago

Old World Industries

US
Transport Equipment Manufacturing
Updated 12 days ago

GILLIG

US
Transport Equipment Manufacturing
Updated 6 days ago
CDP

Triunfo

BR
Transport Equipment Manufacturing
Updated 12 days ago
CDP

JSL SA

BR
Transport Equipment Manufacturing
Updated 10 days ago

Gujarat Pipavav Port

IN
Transport Equipment Manufacturing
Updated 6 days ago

Where does DitchCarbon data come from?

Discover our data-driven methodology for measuring corporate climate action and benchmarking against industry peers