Lkq

Lkq's reported carbon emissions

LKQ Corporation, operating in the machinery and equipment n.e.c. (29) industry, has set ambitious climate commitments. For the fiscal year 2024, the company reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2.25 billion kg CO2e. This total encompasses Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. Breaking this down, Scope 1 emissions for 2024 were approximately 258.7 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) were approximately 53.3 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions represented the largest portion, standing at approximately 1.94 billion kg CO2e. The most significant contributor within Scope 3 was purchased goods and services, accounting for roughly 1.58 billion kg CO2e, followed by upstream transportation and distribution at approximately 171.6 million kg CO2e, and employee commute at about 41.4 million kg CO2e. In the previous year, 2023, LKQ reported total emissions of approximately 2.74 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 264.9 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 (market-based) at approximately 59.5 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions in 2023 totalled around 2.42 billion kg CO2e. LKQ has established several reduction targets: * **By 2030:** The company aims to reduce global Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 30% compared to the 2021 baseline, relative to revenue. This target is supported by initiatives such as the use of renewable energy, operational efficiency, and innovation. * **By 2050:** LKQ is committed to achieving net zero emissions across its operations. The company's emissions data and reduction targets are self-reported.