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Li Auto Inc., also known as Li Xiang, is a prominent player in the machinery and equipment sector, specifically within the "Machinery and equipment n.e.c. (29)" industry. Headquartered in China, the company has established a significant presence in major operational regions across the country. Founded in 2015, Li Auto has rapidly evolved, achieving key milestones such as the launch of its innovative electric vehicles.
The company is renowned for its unique range of electric SUVs, which integrate advanced technology and sustainable energy solutions. Li Auto's commitment to quality and innovation has positioned it as a leader in the electric vehicle market, with notable achievements in sales and customer satisfaction. As the demand for eco-friendly transportation continues to rise, Li Auto remains at the forefront, driving the future of mobility in China and beyond.
+16 vs industry average
Li Auto’s score of 43 is higher than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Machinery and Equipment is among the most carbon-intensive industries
The Machinery and Equipment industry has reduced its overall emissions by 37% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Li Auto, a Chinese machinery and equipment manufacturer, reported total Scope 1, 2, and 3 carbon emissions of approximately 9.68 billion kg CO2e in 2025. This includes about 58.38 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 144.59 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (from purchased electricity), and 9.48 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Key contributors to Scope 3 emissions in 2025 were purchased goods and services, accounting for approximately 8.84 billion kg CO2e, and upstream transportation and distribution, at about 244.82 million kg CO2e.
In 2024, the company's total Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions were approximately 12.69 billion kg CO2e, comprising around 53.08 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, 158.77 million kg CO2e for Scope 2 (from purchased electricity), and 12.48 billion kg CO2e for Scope 3. Purchased goods and services constituted the largest portion of Scope 3 emissions in 2024, at approximately 11.97 billion kg CO2e, followed by upstream transportation and distribution at about 302.46 million kg CO2e.
For 2023, Li Auto reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalling approximately 201.57 million kg CO2e. This included about 29.99 million kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 171.57 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (purchased electricity). No Scope 3 emissions data was disclosed for 2023.
In 2022, Li Auto's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 20.55 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were about 84.18 million kg CO2e. For 2021, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 11.04 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were about 43.84 million kg CO2e. No Scope 3 emissions data was disclosed for either 2022 or 2021.
Li Auto has committed to achieving carbon neutrality for its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030. The company also aims to reduce its Scope 1 emissions by 30% from a 2021 baseline by 2025 and its Scope 2 emissions by 30% from a 2021 baseline by 2025. All emissions data and reduction initiatives are directly from Li Auto Inc.
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
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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