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Lkq

LKQ Corporation, headquartered in the United States, is a leading provider of alternative and specialty parts for the automotive aftermarket. Founded in 1998, LKQ has grown significantly, establishing a strong presence across North America and Europe. The company operates primarily in the automotive parts industry, focusing on the distribution of recycled, remanufactured, and aftermarket parts. LKQ's core offerings include a wide range of vehicle components, such as collision parts, mechanical parts, and accessories, which are distinguished by their quality and cost-effectiveness. The company has achieved notable market position as a trusted supplier, recognised for its commitment to sustainability and innovation in the automotive sector. With a robust network of facilities and a dedication to customer service, LKQ continues to set benchmarks in the industry.

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41

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Machinery and Equipment 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.

15

Industry Benchmark

Lkq's score of 41 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Lkq's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, LKQ Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 297,060,000 kg CO2e, comprising 247,117,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 49,943,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting, with a focus on reducing their carbon footprint. Over the years, LKQ has demonstrated a significant reduction in emissions. For instance, in 2021, their total emissions were about 335,799,000 kg CO2e, indicating a downward trend in their carbon output. The company has set ambitious long-term climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, as part of their Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitment. In 2022, LKQ's emissions were approximately 356,104,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 271,457,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 64,342,000 kg CO2e, alongside 10,939,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This data highlights their ongoing efforts to manage and reduce emissions effectively. LKQ's climate strategy includes a commitment to net-zero emissions, with a target timeframe extending from 2023 to 2050. This long-term vision underscores their dedication to sustainability and environmental responsibility within the retailing sector in the United States.

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Scope 2
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Lkq's primary industry is Machinery and equipment n.e.c. (29), 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 Lkq is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Lkq is participating in some 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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