LG Corp
LG Corp, officially known as LG Corporation, is a South Korean multinational conglomerate headquartered in Seoul, KR. Founded in 1947, LG has evolved into a leading player in the electronics, chemicals, and telecommunications industries, with a strong presence across Asia, North America, and Europe. The company is renowned for its innovative core products, including home appliances, consumer electronics, and advanced display technologies. LG's commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge design sets its offerings apart in a competitive market. Notable achievements include pioneering OLED technology and maintaining a strong market position in the home appliance sector. With a rich history of milestones, LG Corp continues to drive progress and excellence, making it a key contributor to the global economy and a trusted name in households worldwide.
DitchCarbon Score
How does LG Corp'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
LG Corp's score of 28 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
LG Corp's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, LG Corp reported total carbon emissions of approximately 17,820,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and Scope 2 sources, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1,782,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 2,049,000 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, totalling approximately 15,674,000 kg CO2e, which includes emissions from business travel, purchased goods and services, and upstream transportation and distribution. Over the years, LG Corp has shown fluctuations in its emissions. In 2022, the total emissions from Scope 1 and Scope 2 were about 19,365,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 1,954,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at around 2,068,000 kg CO2e. The company has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. Overall, LG Corp's emissions data reflects its ongoing efforts to monitor and report on its carbon footprint, although specific reduction strategies remain unspecified. The company continues to engage in climate-related reporting, aligning with industry standards for transparency and accountability in emissions management.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 848,770 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 849,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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LG Corp is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
