Toyota Motor Corporation, commonly known as Toyota, is a leading automotive manufacturer headquartered in Japan (JP). Founded in 1937, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the automotive industry, renowned for its innovative approach to vehicle production and sustainability. With major operational regions across Asia, North America, and Europe, Toyota excels in manufacturing a diverse range of vehicles, including sedans, SUVs, and hybrids.
The company is particularly noted for its commitment to quality and reliability, exemplified by the Toyota Production System, which revolutionised manufacturing efficiency. Toyota's core products, such as the iconic Corolla and the environmentally friendly Prius, highlight its dedication to advanced technology and eco-friendly solutions. As a market leader, Toyota consistently ranks among the top automotive brands globally, celebrated for its achievements in safety, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
+33 vs industry average
Toyota’s score of 63 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Motor Vehicle Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 8% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Toyota's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Toyota Motor Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 589.6 billion kg CO2e, comprising 2.45 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2.87 billion kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 584.5 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a slight decrease from the previous year's total of approximately 600.3 billion kg CO2e. Toyota has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, committing to a 68% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2035, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 33.3% per vehicle kilometre by 2030, and emissions from medium and heavy freight trucks by 11.6% per vehicle kilometre by the same year. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) criteria, ensuring they contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Furthermore, Toyota has pledged to achieve carbon neutrality across all global plants by 2035, with a broader goal of carbon neutrality throughout the entire lifecycle of its vehicles by 2050. This commitment reflects Toyota's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact.
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Toyota’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
19 goals2035
68% reduction in Scope 2
In September 2022, we confirmed that our reduction targets for Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 Category 11 emissions were in line with SBTi cr…
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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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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