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.
-8 vs industry average
Lion Electric’s score of 18 is lower than 39% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2023
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Lion Electric's reported carbon emissions
Lion Electric, headquartered in CA, has reported its carbon emissions for recent years. In 2023, the company’s total emissions figure was not explicitly detailed with specific Scope 1, 2, or 3 breakdowns, but a total emission figure of approximately 3,140,000 kg CO2e was reported. For 2022, Lion Electric reported total Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 1,898,000 kg CO2e. This comprised about 266,000 kg CO2e from mobile combustion within Scope 1, approximately 924,000 kg CO2e from stationary combustion in Scope 1, and about 708,000 kg CO2e from purchased electricity in Scope 2. Scope 3 emissions data were not disclosed for this year. In 2021, total Scope 1 and 2 emissions stood at approximately 712,000 kg CO2e. This included about 63,000 kg CO2e from mobile combustion (Scope 1), approximately 570,000 kg CO2e from stationary combustion (Scope 1), and about 79,000 kg CO2e from purchased electricity (Scope 2). Scope 3 emissions were not disclosed. The company’s emissions data for 2020 showed total Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 498,000 kg CO2e. This was composed of about 63,000 kg CO2e from mobile combustion (Scope 1), approximately 417,000 kg CO2e from stationary combustion (Scope 1), and about 18,000 kg CO2e from purchased electricity (Scope 2). Scope 3 emissions were not disclosed for 2020. Lion Electric’s environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reports are available for review, with the 2023 ESG report providing the latest overall emissions data. The company has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or commitments to initiatives like the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or the Climate Pledge in the provided information. The data is not cascaded from a parent organisation; it is reported directly by The Lion Electric Company.
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Lion Electric’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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