Kumho Tire
Kumho Tire, officially known as Kumho Tire Co., Inc., is a leading player in the global tyre industry, headquartered in South Korea (KR). Established in 1960, the company has made significant strides in the automotive sector, focusing on the design and manufacture of high-quality tyres for passenger cars, trucks, and buses. With a strong presence in major operational regions including North America, Europe, and Asia, Kumho Tire has built a reputation for innovation and performance.
The company’s core product offerings include a diverse range of tyres that are renowned for their durability, safety, and advanced technology. Notable achievements include numerous awards for product excellence and a commitment to sustainability, positioning Kumho Tire as a trusted choice among consumers and automotive professionals alike. With a focus on research and development, Kumho continues to enhance its market position, ensuring it remains at the forefront of the tyre industry.
+13 vs industry average
Kumho Tire’s score of 45 is higher than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Motor Vehicle Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 35% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Kumho Tire's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Kumho Tire reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 8,000,861,000 kg CO2e, comprising 153,799,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 396,178,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 7,450,884,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2022 baseline. Additionally, Kumho Tire plans to achieve a 25% reduction in its Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe.
Long-term goals include a significant reduction of 90% in absolute emissions across all scopes by 2045, also based on the 2022 baseline. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to net-zero emissions by 2045. To support these goals, Kumho Tire is investing in renewable energy solutions, such as solar power facilities and steam turbine generators, to enhance its sustainability efforts.
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Kumho Tire’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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Data year: 2023
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