Li Auto Inc., commonly known as Li Auto, is a prominent player in the electric vehicle (EV) industry, headquartered in Beijing, China (CN). Founded in 2015, the company has rapidly established itself as a leader in the development of smart electric vehicles, particularly through its innovative range of extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs). Li Auto's flagship model, the Li ONE, stands out for its unique dual powertrain system, combining electric and petrol engines to enhance driving range and convenience. The company has achieved significant milestones, including a successful public listing in 2020 and a growing presence in major operational regions across China. With a commitment to cutting-edge technology and sustainable transportation, Li Auto continues to strengthen its market position, making strides in the competitive EV landscape.
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Li Auto's score of 23 is higher than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Li Auto reported total carbon emissions of approximately 64,499,600 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 257,778,800 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in combined emissions of around 322,278,400 kg CO2e. This marks a significant increase from 2023, where emissions were approximately 29,994,700 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 171,571,500 kg CO2e for Scope 2, totalling around 201,566,200 kg CO2e. Li Auto has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2030. The company plans to reduce its Scope 1 emissions by 30% from a 2021 baseline by 2025, which would involve cutting emissions from approximately 11,038,600 kg CO2e in 2021 to about 7,727,020 kg CO2e. Similarly, they aim to achieve a 30% reduction in Scope 2 emissions from a 2021 baseline of around 43,844,270 kg CO2e, targeting a reduction to about 30,691,000 kg CO2e by 2025. Li Auto's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures are independently reported. The company is actively working towards its climate goals, reflecting a commitment to sustainability in the automotive industry.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 11,038,600 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 43,844,270 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Li Auto has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
