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LKQ Corporation, headquartered in the United States, is a leading player in the machinery and equipment n.e.c. (29) industry. Founded in 1998, LKQ has established itself as a prominent provider of alternative and specialty parts for the automotive aftermarket, serving a diverse range of customers across North America and Europe.
The company offers a unique portfolio of products, including recycled and remanufactured automotive parts, which not only promote sustainability but also provide cost-effective solutions for vehicle repairs. LKQ's commitment to quality and innovation has positioned it as a trusted partner in the automotive sector, with notable achievements in expanding its operational footprint and enhancing its service offerings. With a strong market presence, LKQ continues to lead the way in delivering value and reliability to its customers.
+48 vs industry average
Lkq’s score of 75 is higher than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Machinery and Equipment has above-average carbon intensity
The Machinery and Equipment industry has reduced its overall emissions by 37% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
LKQ, a US-headquartered company in the Machinery and equipment n.e.c. industry, reported approximately 77 million kg CO2e in total emissions for 2025. This included about 4.31 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 14.94 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 57.75 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
For 2024, LKQ's total emissions were approximately 2.25 billion kg CO2e, comprising around 258.69 million kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions, 53.29 million kg CO2e in market-based Scope 2 emissions, and approximately 1.94 billion kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions were largely driven by purchased goods and services, accounting for about 1.58 billion kg CO2e. In 2023, the company's total emissions were approximately 2.74 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 264.89 million kg CO2e, market-based Scope 2 emissions at approximately 59.50 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at around 2.42 billion kg CO2e.
LKQ has set a near-term target to reduce global Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 30% by 2030, relative to revenue, against a 2021 baseline. The company is also committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its operations by 2050. These targets were confirmed in the 2024 Sustainability Report and are cascaded from LKQ Corporation. LKQ Corporation has also committed to Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for net-zero.
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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