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Tesla, Inc., commonly referred to as Tesla, is a leading American company specialising in the design and manufacture of motor vehicles, trailers, and semi-trailers within the automotive industry. Headquartered in the United States, Tesla has established a significant presence across North America, Europe, and Asia, reflecting its global reach. Founded in 2003, the company has achieved numerous milestones, notably pioneering electric vehicle technology and sustainable transportation solutions.
Tesla’s core offerings include electric cars, battery energy storage systems, and solar energy products, distinguished by their innovative technology, long-range capabilities, and advanced autonomous driving features. As a market leader in electric mobility, Tesla has garnered a reputation for pushing industry boundaries and setting standards in clean transportation. Its notable achievements position it at the forefront of the transition to sustainable mobility worldwide.
29
DitchCarbon score
-3 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
High
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.388
20182025
The Motor Vehicle Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 35% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Tesla's reported carbon emissions
Tesla's latest disclosed emissions data for 2025 indicates total global greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 57.473 billion kg CO2e. This figure comprises 302 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, approximately 755 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 market-based emissions, and around 56.416 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
In 2024, Tesla's total global greenhouse gas emissions were approximately 55.846 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 302 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions at 677 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at 54.967 billion kg CO2e. For 2023, the company reported total global emissions of approximately 49.837 billion kg CO2e, including 211 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 466 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 location-based emissions, and 49.354 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3.
Tesla has committed to setting science-based targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), with its near-term target status currently listed as "Committed" as of October 2021, and its long-term target status as "Targets Set". The company is a "BA1.5 member", indicating its commitment to the Business Ambition for 1.5°C campaign. While a near-term commitment was previously removed, the commitment for an "Automakers pathway" remains active, demonstrating their focus on emissions reduction within the motor vehicles sector. Tesla has not committed to net-zero targets as of the latest information.
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Tesla’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
No climate goals have been disclosed for Tesla yet.
Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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