Kia Motors
Kia Motors Corporation, commonly known as Kia, is a prominent South Korean automotive manufacturer headquartered in Seoul, South Korea (KR). Founded in 1944, Kia has evolved from producing bicycles to becoming a key player in the global automotive industry, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and North America. Specialising in the design and production of passenger cars, SUVs, and electric vehicles, Kia is renowned for its commitment to innovation and quality. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the launch of its first electric vehicle, the Kia Soul EV, and the introduction of advanced safety features across its model range. Kia's market position is strengthened by its reputation for reliability and value, consistently earning accolades for design and customer satisfaction. With a focus on sustainability and cutting-edge technology, Kia continues to shape the future of mobility.
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Kia Motors's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Kia Motors reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1178500000 kg CO2e, which includes 386300000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 792200000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company’s Scope 3 emissions were significantly higher, totalling about 99395200000 kg CO2e, with the largest contributions from the use of sold products (approximately 77804500000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (about 18437900000 kg CO2e). Kia has set ambitious reduction targets for its greenhouse gas emissions. From 2023 to 2025, the company aims to reduce its Scope 1 emissions by 10% and Scope 2 emissions by 15%. These targets reflect Kia's commitment to improving its environmental performance and aligning with global climate initiatives. Kia's emissions data is sourced directly from Kia Corporation, with no cascaded data from parent or related organizations. The company is actively engaged in various sustainability initiatives, including commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and other climate-related frameworks, although specific long-term targets have not been disclosed. Overall, Kia Motors is taking significant steps towards reducing its carbon footprint, with a focus on both operational emissions and the broader impact of its products throughout their lifecycle.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 260,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 470,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 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 |
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