Valeo, officially known as Valeo SA, is a prominent global automotive supplier headquartered in France. Established in 1923, the company has evolved into a key player in the automotive industry, focusing on innovative technologies and sustainable mobility solutions. With major operational regions across Europe, Asia, and North America, Valeo is dedicated to enhancing vehicle performance and safety. The company’s core business areas include powertrain systems, thermal systems, and visibility systems, offering a diverse range of products such as advanced driver assistance systems and electric vehicle components. Valeo's commitment to research and development has positioned it as a leader in automotive innovation, contributing to its notable achievements in the market. With a strong emphasis on eco-friendly solutions, Valeo continues to shape the future of mobility while maintaining a competitive edge in the automotive sector.
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In 2023, Valeo reported total carbon emissions of approximately 45,200,000,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 186,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 464,000,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions, notably 36,200,000,000 kg CO2e from the use of sold products and 8,000,000,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. Valeo has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2050 across all its operations and supply chain, which encompasses Scopes 1, 2, and upstream Scope 3 emissions. In the near term, the company targets a 75% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, Valeo aims to reduce its Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and from the use of sold products by 15% by 2030, also compared to the 2019 baseline. These targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and align with a 1.5°C scenario, demonstrating Valeo's commitment to addressing climate change effectively. The company's long-term strategy, encapsulated in its CAP 50 plan, further reinforces its dedication to sustainability and reducing its overall carbon footprint.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 153,200,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 506,400,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 4,738,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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