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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.

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35

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 35 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 represents 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 and 4,927,000 kg CO2e in 2021. In 2022, the company recorded total emissions of about 8,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 712,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 1,898,000 kg CO2e. The trend indicates a growing operational footprint, particularly in Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions from the supply chain and product use. Lion Electric has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing its carbon footprint. However, the company is actively engaged in the electric vehicle industry, which inherently supports lower emissions through the promotion of sustainable transport solutions. The GHG intensity per vehicle produced has shown a decreasing trend, with figures of 3,000 kg CO2e in 2023, 3,600 kg CO2e in 2022, and 4,000 kg CO2e in 2021, indicating improvements in production efficiency. Overall, while Lion Electric's emissions have increased, the company remains committed to the electric vehicle sector, which is crucial for reducing overall transportation emissions. Further clarity on specific climate commitments and reduction strategies would enhance understanding of their long-term sustainability goals.

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Scope 2
498,000
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Scope 3
2,224,000
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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.

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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. This request for Lion Electric is in CA, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Lion Electric is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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