Auto1 Sustainability Profile
Auto1 Group, headquartered in Berlin, Germany, is a leading player in the European online car trading industry. Founded in 2012, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across major markets, including France, Italy, and Spain, establishing itself as a trusted platform for buying and selling used vehicles. Specialising in digital car sales, Auto1 Group offers a unique marketplace that connects dealers and private sellers, streamlining the transaction process. Their innovative approach includes a comprehensive inspection service and a transparent pricing model, setting them apart in a competitive landscape. With a strong market position, Auto1 Group has achieved significant milestones, including a successful IPO in 2021. Their commitment to quality and customer satisfaction has solidified their reputation as a go-to destination for automotive transactions in Europe.
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Auto1's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Auto1 reported total carbon emissions of approximately 8,661,000 kg CO2e, comprising 8,661,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 3,744,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The Scope 1 emissions included 3,355,000 kg CO2e from mobile combustion and 5,306,000 kg CO2e from stationary combustion. In 2023, the company recorded total emissions of about 235,565,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 7,886,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 448,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions of 227,232,000 kg CO2e, primarily from business travel and purchased goods and services. Over the years, Auto1 has shown a trend in emissions, with total emissions in 2022 at approximately 293,334,000 kg CO2e, and in 2021 at about 269,249,000 kg CO2e. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. Auto1's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are reported directly from AUTO1 Group SE. The company continues to monitor its carbon footprint as part of its broader climate commitments.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,278,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 222,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 158,095,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
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Auto1's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Auto1's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 21% last year and increased by approximately 44% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with detailed category breakdown helping identify key emission sources across their value chain.
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Auto1'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.
Auto1 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.
