LG Corporation, commonly known as LG, is a South Korean multinational conglomerate headquartered in Seoul, South Korea (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 display technologies, particularly OLED displays, which are celebrated for their superior picture quality. LG's commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology has positioned it as a market leader, consistently achieving notable milestones in product development and customer satisfaction. With a focus on enhancing everyday life through technology, LG continues to set industry standards, making significant strides in smart home solutions and eco-friendly initiatives.
How does LG Display 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.
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LG Display Co., Ltd.'s score of 41 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, LG reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,000,000,000 kg CO2e globally, with emissions broken down into Scope 1 at about 1,056,041,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 3,903,951,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 913,012,000 kg CO2e. The company's Scope 1 and 2 emissions combined totalled about 874,000,000 kg CO2e. In South Korea, LG's emissions for 2023 were approximately 292,432,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 74,773,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 217,159,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, LG has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or any climate pledges. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further commitment to climate action within the industry context. Overall, LG's emissions data highlights the significant scale of their carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 2 emissions, which are primarily associated with energy consumption. The company’s ongoing efforts to address these emissions will be crucial in aligning with global climate goals.
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2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 6,790,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 7,910,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000,000 |
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LG Display Co., Ltd. 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.