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Polestar, officially known as Polestar Automotive, is a prominent player in the automotive industry, headquartered in Sweden (SE). Founded in 2017, the company has quickly established itself in the sale, maintenance, and repair of motor vehicles, including cars, motorcycles, and their respective parts and accessories. With a focus on electric performance vehicles, Polestar stands out for its commitment to sustainability and innovative design.
The brand operates primarily in Europe, North America, and Asia, offering a range of unique electric vehicles that combine cutting-edge technology with high-performance capabilities. Notable achievements include the successful launch of the Polestar 1 and Polestar 2, which have garnered attention for their eco-friendly features and advanced engineering. As a leader in the electric vehicle market, Polestar continues to redefine the automotive landscape with its dedication to quality and sustainability.
+13 vs industry average
Polestar’s score of 52 is higher than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Motor Vehicle Retail Services has below-average carbon intensity
The Motor Vehicle Retail Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 38% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Polestar, headquartered in Sweden, reported total emissions of approximately 1.55 billion kg CO2e in 2024. This included Scope 1 emissions of 48,000 kg CO2e, market-based Scope 2 emissions of 22.8 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 1.53 billion kg CO2e. Key contributors to Scope 3 emissions were purchased goods and services (approximately 1.01 billion kg CO2e) and use of sold products (approximately 333.6 million kg CO2e).
In 2023, Polestar's total emissions were approximately 1.86 billion kg CO2e, comprising 198,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 10.2 million kg CO2e from market-based Scope 2, and approximately 1.77 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3.
For 2022, total emissions were approximately 1.89 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 470,000 kg CO2e, market-based Scope 2 emissions at 8.63 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 1.87 billion kg CO2e.
In 2021, total emissions were approximately 1.16 billion kg CO2e, including 731,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 9.25 million kg CO2e from market-based Scope 2, and approximately 1.15 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3.
In their 2020 baseline year, Polestar reported total emissions of approximately 455.9 million kg CO2e, with 897,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1.14 million kg CO2e from market-based Scope 2, and approximately 422.7 million kg CO2e from Scope 3.
Polestar has a climate roadmap to reduce its GHG emissions by 50% per vehicle sold by 2030, using 2020 as the base year.
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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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