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Lion Electric

Lion Electric, officially known as Lion Electric Co., is a leading manufacturer of all-electric commercial vehicles, headquartered in Canada. Founded in 2008, the company has rapidly established itself in the electric vehicle industry, focusing on sustainable transportation solutions for urban environments. With major operational regions across North America, Lion Electric is committed to producing zero-emission buses and trucks that cater to various sectors, including public transit and logistics. The company’s core products, such as the Lion6 and Lion8 electric trucks, are distinguished by their innovative design and advanced technology, offering significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. Lion Electric has achieved notable milestones, including partnerships with various municipalities and school districts, solidifying its position as a key player in the transition to electric mobility. As the demand for eco-friendly transportation continues to grow, Lion Electric remains at the forefront of the industry, driving change towards a more sustainable future.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Lion Electric'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.

33

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Furniture Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Lion Electric's score of 33 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Lion Electric's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Lion Electric reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 498,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 712,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 9,993,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This marks a significant increase in emissions compared to previous years, particularly in Scope 3 emissions, which have risen from approximately 7,961,000 kg CO2e in 2022. In 2022, the company’s total emissions were about 9,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 712,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 1,898,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 7,961,000 kg CO2e. The trend shows a notable increase in emissions across all scopes from 2021, where total emissions were around 7,127,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 1,898,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 3,140,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 4,927,000 kg CO2e. Despite the rising emissions, Lion Electric has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of documented reduction commitments suggests a need for enhanced climate strategies in line with industry standards. The company continues to focus on producing electric vehicles, which inherently contribute to lower emissions in the transportation sector, aligning with broader climate commitments within the industry.

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Scope 2
498,000
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Scope 3
2,224,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Lion Electric's primary industry is Furniture; other manufactured goods n.e.c. (36), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Lion Electric is headquartered in CA, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Lion Electric 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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