Lyft
Lyft, Inc., commonly known as Lyft, is a prominent player in the ride-sharing industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2012, Lyft has rapidly expanded its operations across major cities, including San Francisco, Los Angeles, and New York, establishing itself as a key competitor alongside other ride-hailing services. The company offers a range of transportation solutions, including standard rides, shared rides, and Lyft XL for larger groups. What sets Lyft apart is its commitment to sustainability and community engagement, with initiatives aimed at reducing carbon emissions and promoting local partnerships. With millions of active users and a strong market presence, Lyft has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of electric scooters and bikes, further diversifying its service offerings. As a leader in the ride-sharing sector, Lyft continues to innovate and adapt to the evolving needs of urban transportation.
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Lyft's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Lyft reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,497,941,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,022,000 kg CO2e, primarily from stationary combustion, and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 7,950,000 kg CO2e from purchased heat and electricity. The majority of their emissions, around 1,488,067,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which encompasses emissions from the use of sold products, employee commutes, and business travel. Lyft has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025. Specifically, they plan to cut Scope 1 emissions by 50% from 2020 levels by 2025. Additionally, Lyft has committed to a 56.5% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. For Scope 3 emissions, they aim for an 85% reduction per million USD value added within the same timeframe. These targets align with industry standards for climate action, reflecting Lyft's commitment to addressing its carbon footprint and contributing to global climate goals.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 718,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,650,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,357,212,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Lyft 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.
