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Magna Sustainability Profile

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Magna International Inc., commonly known as Magna, is a leading global automotive supplier headquartered in California. Founded in 1957, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Specialising in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of automotive systems, Magna is renowned for its innovative solutions across various business areas, including body and chassis, powertrain, and electronics. With a commitment to sustainability and advanced technology, Magna offers a diverse range of products and services that set it apart in the competitive automotive industry. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for excellence in engineering and manufacturing. As a prominent player in the market, Magna continues to drive advancements in vehicle design and production, solidifying its position as a trusted partner for automotive manufacturers worldwide.

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91

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Furniture 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.

27

Industry Benchmark

Magna's score of 91 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Magna's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Magna International Inc. reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 418,963,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 1,158,866,000 kg CO2e. For 2023, the company disclosed Scope 1 emissions of around 424,561,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,150,656,000 kg CO2e globally. Notably, their Scope 3 emissions were reported at approximately 57,842,606,000 kg CO2e, highlighting the extensive impact of their supply chain and product use. Magna has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025 in its European operations and by 2030 globally. Additionally, the company targets a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Long-term, Magna is committed to reducing absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 90% by 2050 from the same baseline. These targets align with the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) and reflect Magna's commitment to sustainable practices within the automotive sector. The company is actively working towards achieving these goals, demonstrating a proactive approach to mitigating climate change impacts.

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2010201620172018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
334,000,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
983,000,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 3
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00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Magna's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Magna's primary industry is Furniture Manufacturing, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Magna's Location?

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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 Magna is in CA, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Magna's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Magna's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 2% last year and decreased by approximately 1% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 52% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
52%
Use of Sold Products
40%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
2%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
1%
Processing of Sold Products
1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
1%
Capital Goods
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%

Magna's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Magna has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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