Renault
Renault S.A., commonly known as Renault, is a prominent French automotive manufacturer headquartered in Boulogne-Billancourt, France. Founded in 1899, the company has established itself as a key player in the global automotive industry, with significant operations across Europe, Asia, and South America. Renault is renowned for its innovative approach to vehicle design and production, specialising in passenger cars, electric vehicles, and commercial vehicles. The brand's commitment to sustainability is exemplified by its extensive range of electric models, which have garnered attention for their efficiency and cutting-edge technology. With a strong market position, Renault has achieved notable milestones, including strategic partnerships and a robust presence in motorsport. The company continues to lead in automotive advancements, making it a significant contributor to the evolution of the industry.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Renault's score of 22 is lower than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Renault's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Renault reported a carbon footprint of approximately 28,500 kg CO2e per vehicle sold. This figure reflects a significant reduction from previous years, with the carbon footprint per vehicle being about 31,300 kg CO2e in 2019 and 30,500 kg CO2e in 2020. Renault's emissions data for 2019 includes Scope 1 emissions of approximately 576,820,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of about 1,212,351,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 1,400,000,000 kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services contributing approximately 444,436,000 kg CO2e. In 2020, the company reported a slight decrease in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, with Scope 1 at about 444,436,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at approximately 950,105,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions were around 1,200,000,000 kg CO2e. Despite these reductions, Renault has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company continues to focus on reducing its carbon footprint through various strategies, although detailed commitments and targets remain unspecified.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 576,820,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,212,351,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,400,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Renault is committed to some 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.
