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Lookers

Lookers plc, a prominent name in the automotive retail industry, is headquartered in GB and operates extensively across the UK and Ireland. Founded in 1908, Lookers has established itself as a leading dealer group, specialising in the sale of new and used vehicles, as well as offering comprehensive aftersales services. With a diverse portfolio that includes renowned brands such as Audi, Volkswagen, and Ford, Lookers distinguishes itself through exceptional customer service and a commitment to quality. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for customer satisfaction and innovation in the automotive sector. As a key player in the market, Lookers continues to enhance its position through strategic acquisitions and a focus on digital transformation, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of its customers in a competitive landscape.

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24

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Motor Vehicle 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.

22

Industry Benchmark

Lookers's score of 24 is higher than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Lookers's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, Lookers reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,618,607,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 19,117,320 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile combustion (about 13,130,310 kg CO2e) and stationary combustion (approximately 5,987,010 kg CO2e). Scope 2 emissions totalled around 7,062,150 kg CO2e, all from purchased electricity. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions were reported at about 22,270 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from capital goods (approximately 14,267,000 kg CO2e) and the use of sold products (around 3,733,766,000 kg CO2e). In 2022, Lookers' emissions data showed a slight decrease, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 17,554,600 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 6,038,710 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were reported at 67,430 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Lookers has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or any formal climate pledges. The company continues to monitor its emissions across all scopes, indicating a commitment to transparency in its climate impact reporting.

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Scope 1
24,017,000
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Scope 2
9,119,000
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Scope 3
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00,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Lookers's primary industry is Motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers (34), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Lookers is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Lookers 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
Reduction Actions

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