LG Electronics Inc.
LG Electronics Inc., a leading global player in the consumer electronics and home appliances industry, is headquartered in South Korea (KR). Founded in 1958, the company has established itself as a pioneer in innovative technology, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia.
Renowned for its diverse product range, LG offers cutting-edge televisions, home appliances, and mobile devices, distinguished by their advanced features and sleek designs. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the development of the world’s first OLED TV, solidifying its position as a market leader.
With a commitment to sustainability and smart technology, LG Electronics continues to push the boundaries of innovation, earning accolades for its quality and performance in the competitive electronics landscape.
+27 vs industry average
LG Electronics Inc.’s score of 63 is higher than 73% 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
Electrical Machinery Manufacturing has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Electrical Machinery Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 37% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
LG Electronics Inc.'s reported carbon emissions
LG Electronics Inc., headquartered in South Korea (KR), reported a substantial total of approximately 73.6 billion kg CO2e in absolute emissions for 2024. This figure encompasses Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. The breakdown for 2024 shows Scope 1 emissions at around 225 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 681 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at about 72.8 billion kg CO2e. Within Scope 3, the use of sold products represented the largest category, accounting for roughly 65.1 billion kg CO2e. LG Electronics is committed to significant emissions reductions. The company has a near-term target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 54.6% by 2030, using 2017 as a base year. This target has been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Additionally, LG Electronics aims for a 20% reduction in Scope 3 GHG emissions per functional unit sold by 2030, compared to a 2020 base year, for both televisions and all other sold products. The company is also working towards achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, with a long-term goal of a complete transition to 100% renewable energy. For its production phase, LG Electronics has set a target to reduce carbon emissions by 50% compared to 2017 levels by 2030.
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LG Electronics Inc.’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
10 goals2030
54.6% reduction in all scopes
1. 54.6% absolute reduction of emissions, in comparison to 2017, by 2030 • Continue to invest in reduction facilities in order to reduce emi…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
13 of 15 categories disclosedSee all scope 3 categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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