Lear
Lear Corporation, a leading global supplier of automotive seating and electrical systems, is headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, USA. Founded in 1917, the company has established a strong presence in major operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Lear is renowned for its innovative seating solutions and advanced electrical architecture, which enhance vehicle comfort and connectivity. With a commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology, Lear has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for design excellence and environmental stewardship. The company’s unique approach to integrating smart technology into its products positions it as a key player in the automotive industry. Lear's market position is further solidified by its extensive customer base, which includes many of the world's leading automotive manufacturers.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Lear's score of 21 is lower than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Lear's reported carbon emissions
In 2019, Lear Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 100,254,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 383,574,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, Lear plans to cut its Scope 3 emissions by 35% by 2033, which encompasses emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, and various operational activities. Lear's commitment to sustainability includes a near-zero target for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by the mid-2020s. The company has previously set a target of 15% reduction in GHG emissions for 2020, which reflects its ongoing efforts to enhance environmental performance. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and demonstrate Lear's commitment to addressing climate change within the automotive sector. The emissions data and reduction targets are sourced directly from Lear Corporation, with no data cascaded from a parent or related organization.
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| 2019 | |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 100,254,000 |
| Scope 2 | 383,574,000 |
| Scope 3 | - |
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Lear is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.
