General Motors Sustainability Profile
General Motors Company, commonly known as GM, is a leading American automotive manufacturer headquartered in Detroit, Michigan. Founded in 1908, GM has established itself as a pioneer in the automotive industry, with significant operations across North America, South America, and Asia. The company is renowned for its diverse range of vehicles, including electric and autonomous models, under well-known brands such as Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac, and Buick. GM has made notable strides in innovation, particularly in electric vehicle technology, positioning itself as a key player in the transition to sustainable transportation. With a commitment to quality and performance, GM continues to enhance its market position, achieving significant milestones in safety and environmental standards. As a cornerstone of the automotive sector, General Motors remains dedicated to shaping the future of mobility.
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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.
Industry Benchmark
General Motors's score of 54 is higher than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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General Motors's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, General Motors (GM) reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 2,700,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2, while Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products reached about 241,000,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 72% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 51% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2035, using 2018 as a baseline. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support the global effort to limit temperature rise to well below 2°C. GM has also committed to achieving carbon neutrality across its global products and operations by 2040. Additionally, the company plans to meet 100% of its electricity needs with renewable energy by 2050. In the near term, GM aims to reduce its Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025 and has set a goal to cut Scope 1 emissions by 50% from a 2020 baseline by 2030. Overall, GM's climate commitments reflect a comprehensive approach to sustainability, focusing on significant reductions across all scopes of emissions while transitioning to renewable energy sources.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | 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 |
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General Motors's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
General Motors's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 8% last year and decreased by approximately 25% since 2016, 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 "Use of Sold Products" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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General Motors'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.
General Motors has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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