General Motors
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
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Industry Benchmark
General Motors's score of 59 is higher than 97% 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 emissions, alongside an additional 241,000,000,000 kg CO2e attributed to Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products. This marked a consistent level of Scope 1 and 2 emissions compared to 2022, where the same figures were reported. Looking ahead, GM has set ambitious targets to significantly reduce its carbon footprint. The company aims to achieve a 72% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2035, using 2018 as a baseline. Additionally, GM is targeting a 51% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per vehicle kilometre by the same year. 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. Furthermore, GM has committed to achieving carbon neutrality across its global products and operations by 2040. The company also plans to meet 100% of its electricity needs from renewable sources by 2050. In the near term, GM aims to reduce its Scope 2 emissions by 50% from a 2020 baseline by 2030, and to bring its Scope 1 emissions close to zero by 2025. Overall, GM's climate commitments reflect a robust strategy to address climate change and reduce its environmental impact, positioning the company as a leader in the automotive industry's transition towards sustainability.
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| 2001 | 2016 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,890,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 3,310,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 13,200,000,000 | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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General Motors is participating in some 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.
