Inchcape plc, a leading automotive distribution and retail company, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and Africa. Founded in 1847, Inchcape has established itself as a key player in the automotive industry, focusing on vehicle distribution, retail, and aftersales services.
The company is renowned for its partnerships with prestigious automotive brands, providing a unique blend of local expertise and global reach. Inchcape's commitment to customer satisfaction and innovation has positioned it as a market leader, with notable achievements in expanding its operational footprint and enhancing service offerings. With a strong emphasis on sustainability and digital transformation, Inchcape continues to drive growth and adapt to the evolving automotive landscape.
+13 vs industry average
Inchcape’s score of 43 is higher than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Motor Vehicle Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 8% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Inchcape's reported carbon emissions
Inchcape, headquartered in Great Britain, reported a total of approximately 40.3 million kg CO2e in 2023. This total comprises 21.7 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which include mobile combustion (about 11.9 million kg CO2e), stationary combustion (approximately 8.2 million kg CO2e), and fugitive emissions (around 1.7 million kg CO2e). Scope 2 emissions accounted for about 18.5 million kg CO2e, based on a market-based approach. Inchcape has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46% by 2030, relative to 2019 levels. The company is also committed to achieving net zero emissions across these scopes by 2040. These targets reflect a proactive approach to addressing climate change and align with industry standards for sustainability. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that Inchcape's reporting is independent. The company continues to focus on enhancing its sustainability practices and reducing its carbon footprint in the automotive sector.
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Inchcape’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2030
46% reduction in Scope 2
We have committed to reducing our absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46% by 2030 (vs 2019), and to achieving net zero across…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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