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Motor Vehicle Retail Services
TW
updated a month ago

Kwang Yang Motor Co., Ltd. Sustainability Profile

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Kwang Yang Motor Co., Ltd., commonly known as Kymco, is a prominent Taiwanese manufacturer headquartered in Taiwan (TW). Established in 1963, Kymco has evolved into a leading player in the global motorcycle and scooter industry, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and North America. The company is renowned for its innovative range of scooters, motorcycles, and all-terrain vehicles, distinguished by their reliability and advanced technology. Kymco's commitment to quality and performance has solidified its market position, making it a preferred choice among riders worldwide. With a rich history marked by key milestones, including the introduction of electric scooters, Kymco continues to push the boundaries of mobility solutions, catering to the diverse needs of modern consumers.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Kwang Yang Motor Co., Ltd.'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.

20

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

Kwang Yang Motor Co., Ltd.'s score of 20 is lower than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Kwang Yang Motor Co., Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2020, Kwang Yang Motor Co., Ltd. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 83,192,720 kg CO2e in Taiwan. This figure includes about 24,895,830 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and about 58,296,890 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Compared to 2019, when total emissions were about 81,189,920 kg CO2e, this represents an increase in emissions, with Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions recorded at approximately 22,071,360 kg CO2e and 59,118,550 kg CO2e, respectively. Kwang Yang Motor Co., Ltd. has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. There are no emissions data cascaded from a parent or related organization, indicating that the reported figures are solely from Kwang Yang Motor Co., Ltd. itself. The company has not set any Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) reduction targets or participated in other climate pledges, reflecting a need for further commitment to climate action within the industry context.

How Carbon Intensive is Kwang Yang Motor Co., Ltd.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kwang Yang Motor Co., Ltd.'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 Kwang Yang Motor Co., Ltd.'s Location?

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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 Kwang Yang Motor Co., Ltd. is in TW, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Kwang Yang Motor Co., Ltd.'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.

Kwang Yang Motor Co., Ltd. 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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