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.
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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.
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LG Corp's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, LG Corp reported significant carbon emissions totalling approximately 17,000,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 1,782,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 2,049,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a substantial 15,674,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompasses categories such as business travel and purchased goods and services. LG Corp has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 34% reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2030, with a further target of a 52% reduction by 2040, using 2018 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company has established a long-term roadmap to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. In 2022, LG Corp's emissions were slightly lower, with total emissions of about 15,000,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating a trend towards addressing their carbon footprint. The company continues to focus on reducing its environmental impact through these strategic initiatives, reflecting a commitment to sustainability and climate responsibility.
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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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LG Corp is not participating in any 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.
