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Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
MY
updated 25 days ago

UMW Holdings Berhad Sustainability Profile

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UMW Holdings Berhad, a prominent player in the Malaysian industrial landscape, is headquartered in Selangor, Malaysia. Established in 1937, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in its journey, including diversification into various sectors. UMW operates primarily in the automotive, manufacturing, and engineering industries, with a strong presence in Southeast Asia. The company is renowned for its core products, including automotive components, heavy equipment, and industrial machinery, which are distinguished by their quality and innovation. UMW's strategic partnerships with global brands have solidified its market position, making it a leader in the automotive sector. With a commitment to sustainability and technological advancement, UMW Holdings continues to drive growth and excellence in its operations.

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How does UMW Holdings Berhad'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.

14

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Motor Vehicle Manufacturing 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

UMW Holdings Berhad's score of 14 is lower than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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UMW Holdings Berhad's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Sime Darby Berhad

In 2021, UMW Holdings Berhad reported total carbon emissions of approximately 45,525,330 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 5,398,020 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 25,779,160 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2020, saw total emissions of around 45,143,980 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 6,771,600 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 25,895,590 kg CO2e. In 2019, emissions were significantly higher, totalling about 63,239,380 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of approximately 9,485,910 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of around 41,082,670 kg CO2e. UMW Holdings Berhad's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Sime Darby Berhad, reflecting a corporate family relationship. However, UMW has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges as part of its sustainability initiatives. The company continues to monitor its emissions and is part of a broader industry context that increasingly prioritises climate commitments and carbon reduction strategies.

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Scope 1
43,000,000
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Scope 2
75,000,000
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000,000,000
Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is UMW Holdings Berhad's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. UMW Holdings Berhad's primary industry is Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is UMW Holdings Berhad's Location?

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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. This request for UMW Holdings Berhad is in MY, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

UMW Holdings Berhad's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

UMW Holdings Berhad 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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