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Lotus

Lotus Cars, a renowned British automotive manufacturer, is headquartered in Hethel, Norfolk, GB. Established in 1952, the company has carved a niche in the high-performance sports car industry, known for its innovative engineering and lightweight designs. Over the decades, Lotus has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of iconic models such as the Lotus Elise and Lotus Evora, which exemplify the brand's commitment to performance and agility. Specialising in the production of sports cars and engineering consultancy, Lotus stands out for its focus on optimising vehicle dynamics and driving experience. The company has garnered a strong market position, celebrated for its racing heritage and engineering excellence. With a growing presence in key operational regions, including Europe and Asia, Lotus continues to push the boundaries of automotive design and technology.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Lotus's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

3

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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Lotus's score of 3 is lower than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Lotus's reported carbon emissions

Lotus, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not provide specific carbon emissions data or reduction targets. Without available figures, it is challenging to assess their carbon footprint or climate commitments in detail. However, the automotive industry is increasingly focusing on sustainability and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Companies like Lotus are expected to align with industry standards and initiatives aimed at minimising environmental impact. As the sector evolves, it is likely that Lotus will adopt more transparent climate strategies and set measurable targets in the future.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Lotus's primary industry is Motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers (34), which is medium 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. Lotus is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Lotus is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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