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Lear Corporation, a leading global supplier in the motor vehicles, trailers, and semi-trailers industry, is headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, USA. Founded in 1917, Lear has established itself as a key player in the automotive sector, specialising in seating and electrical systems. The company operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia, providing innovative solutions that enhance vehicle comfort and connectivity.
Lear's core products include advanced seating systems and cutting-edge electrical architecture, which are designed to meet the evolving needs of the automotive market. With a commitment to sustainability and technological advancement, Lear has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for design and innovation. As a prominent name in the industry, Lear continues to shape the future of mobility through its dedication to quality and customer satisfaction.
47
DitchCarbon score
+15 vs industry average
Lear’s score of 47 is higher than 58% 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
High
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.388
20182025
The Motor Vehicle Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 35% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
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Reported emissions
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Lear's reported carbon emissions
Lear, a US-headquartered company in the motor vehicles, trailers, and semi-trailers industry, reported its most recent carbon emissions data for 2024. In 2024, its Scope 1 emissions were 75,850,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions were 288,574,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were 8,864,627,000 kg CO2e.
Looking at previous years, in 2023, Lear's total emissions amounted to approximately 9.49 billion kg CO2e, comprising 86,296,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 299,567,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 9,493,459,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The Scope 3 emissions in 2023 included significant contributions from purchased goods and services (7,227,619,000 kg CO2e), capital goods (817,075,000 kg CO2e), and end-of-life treatment of sold products (712,108,000 kg CO2e).
For 2022, the company's total emissions were approximately 8.81 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 87,983,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based at 285,046,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 8,814,410,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, Lear's total emissions were about 8.16 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 91,263,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based at 314,740,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 8,158,536,000 kg CO2e. The total emissions for 2019 were approximately 8.92 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 111,128,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based at 357,965,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 8,920,290,000 kg CO2e.
Lear has set several climate commitments. The company has Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved targets:
- To reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. These targets are classified as consistent with reductions required to keep warming to 1.5°C.
- To reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 35% across various categories (including purchased goods and services, capital goods, and transport) by 2033 from a 2019 base year.
Additionally, Lear aims to reduce GHG emissions from electricity used at all its facilities by 50% by 2030 (from a 2019 base year), covering both Scope 1 and Scope 2. The company also states a commitment to reducing its Scope 1 and 2 emissions to "near zero by the middle of this decade," referring to the period between 2023 and 2025. Earlier targets included a 15% GHG reduction for 2020, with 2018 as the base year, for both Scope 1 and Scope 2.
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Lear’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
50% reduction in Scope 1
Lear Corporation commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and scope 2 GHG emissions 50% by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
On track50%
2030
50% reduction in Scope 2
Lear Corporation commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and scope 2 GHG emissions 50% by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
At risk50%
2033
35% reduction in scope 3 total
Lear Corporation commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 35% from purchased goods and services, capital goods, fuel and energy rela…
At risk35%
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Climate initiatives
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Lear’s sustainability data and climate commitments
For 2024, Lear, a US-headquartered company in the motor vehicles industry, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9.23 billion kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 75.85 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions of roughly 288.57 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totaling around 8.86 billion kg CO2e. These figures represent the company's most recent disclosed carbon footprint, providing a snapshot of its environmental impact across its operations and value chain.
Data year: 2024
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