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Tenneco

Tenneco Inc., a leading global provider of clean air and ride performance products, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1940, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Tenneco operates within the automotive and commercial vehicle industries, focusing on innovative solutions that enhance vehicle performance and reduce emissions. The company’s core offerings include advanced exhaust systems, shock absorbers, and suspension components, which are distinguished by their commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology. Tenneco's market position is bolstered by its extensive portfolio of well-known brands, making it a trusted partner for OEMs and aftermarket customers alike. With a history of significant milestones, Tenneco continues to drive advancements in vehicle efficiency and safety, solidifying its reputation as an industry leader.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Tenneco's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

25

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Motor Vehicle Retail Services 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.

13

Industry Benchmark

Tenneco's score of 25 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

93%

Tenneco's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Tenneco reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,201,482,000 kg CO2e, comprising 207,373,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 994,109,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This reflects a continued commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions across its operations. Over the years, Tenneco has demonstrated a proactive approach to climate commitments. The company has set a long-term target to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, which encompasses all scopes of emissions. Additionally, Tenneco aims to estimate Scope 3 emissions from key partners within its supply chain, further enhancing its sustainability efforts. In recent years, Tenneco's emissions have shown fluctuations, with 2022 emissions recorded at approximately 1,250,212,400 kg CO2e, down from 1,355,160,900 kg CO2e in 2021. This indicates a positive trend towards emission reductions, aligning with their long-term climate goals. Tenneco's commitment to sustainability is underscored by its focus on reducing emissions intensity, with a reported intensity of 0.000063 kg CO2e per USD revenue in 2023. The company continues to prioritise environmental responsibility as part of its operational strategy, reflecting a growing awareness of climate change impacts within the automotive industry.

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201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
283,267,000
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000,000,000
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000,000,000
Scope 2
1,360,895,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
-
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00,000,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Tenneco's primary industry is Sale, maintenance, repair of motor vehicles, motor vehicles parts, motorcycles, motor cycles parts and accessoiries, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Tenneco is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Tenneco is not committed to any 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.

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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