Škoda Auto, a prominent player in the automotive industry, is headquartered in Mladá Boleslav, Czech Republic (CZ). Founded in 1895, the company has evolved significantly, becoming a key manufacturer of passenger vehicles and a subsidiary of the Volkswagen Group. With a strong presence in Europe and expanding operations in emerging markets, Škoda is renowned for its innovative engineering and value-driven offerings. The brand's core product line includes a diverse range of cars, from compact models to spacious SUVs, all characterised by their practicality and advanced technology. Notable achievements include consistently high customer satisfaction ratings and a growing market share, positioning Škoda as a trusted choice among consumers. With a commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge design, Škoda continues to set benchmarks in the automotive sector.
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In 2023, Skoda Auto a.s., headquartered in the Czech Republic (CZ), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 25,593,491,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 364,974,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 25,228,518,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, while Scope 2 emissions were reported as zero. Comparatively, in 2022, Skoda's total emissions were about 20,617,546,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 400,360,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at 20,220,323,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a significant increase in total emissions year-on-year. Skoda's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Volkswagen AG, which is responsible for setting various climate initiatives and targets. However, Skoda has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other frameworks, indicating a lack of formalised commitments to emissions reduction at this time. The company has reported CO2 emissions per vehicle at approximately 38,010 kg CO2e in 2023, reflecting its production impact. Skoda's commitment to sustainability is evident, but further details on specific reduction strategies or targets are currently unavailable.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 384,212,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 21,646,051,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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.
Skoda has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.