Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL) is a leading global player in the battery manufacturing industry, headquartered in Ningde, China. Founded in 2011, CATL has rapidly established itself as a key supplier of lithium-ion batteries, primarily serving the electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage sectors. With a strong presence in major operational regions including Europe, North America, and Asia, CATL is renowned for its innovative battery technologies and commitment to sustainability. The company’s core products, such as high-performance battery cells and modules, are distinguished by their energy density and longevity, setting industry standards. Recognised for its significant contributions to the EV market, CATL has achieved remarkable milestones, including partnerships with leading automotive manufacturers. As a result, it holds a prominent position in the global battery supply chain, driving advancements in clean energy solutions.
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In 2023, CATL reported total carbon emissions of approximately 42,889,610,850 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 765,338,970 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,477,835,080 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 40,705,473,660 kg CO2e. The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions amounted to about 2,243,174,050 kg CO2e. In comparison, the total emissions for 2022 were approximately 17,065,701,060 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 610,885,460 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 2,631,947,260 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at around 14,632,401,230 kg CO2e. This indicates a substantial increase in emissions from 2022 to 2023. CATL has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality in its core operations by 2025 and across its entire supply chain by 2035, as part of its "Zero-Carbon Strategy" announced in April 2023. Additionally, the company targets a 10% reduction in nitrogen oxides emissions per unit of revenue by 2025 compared to 2021 levels for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Furthermore, CATL achieved a notable reduction in greenhouse gas emission intensity, reporting a decrease of approximately 45.55% per product unit from 2022 to 2023. These initiatives reflect CATL's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the battery manufacturing industry.
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2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 303,120,230 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 1,959,621,640 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 209,919,360.53 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Catl is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.