Lyft, Inc., commonly known as Lyft, is a prominent player in the ride-sharing industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2012, Lyft has rapidly expanded its operations across major cities, including San Francisco, Los Angeles, and New York, establishing itself as a key competitor alongside other ride-hailing services.
The company offers a range of transportation solutions, including standard rides, shared rides, and Lyft XL for larger groups. What sets Lyft apart is its commitment to sustainability and community engagement, with initiatives aimed at reducing carbon emissions and promoting local partnerships.
With millions of active users and a strong market presence, Lyft has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of electric scooters and bikes, further diversifying its service offerings. As a leader in the ride-sharing sector, Lyft continues to innovate and adapt to the evolving needs of urban transportation.
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Industry Intensity
Land Transportation is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Land Transportation industry has reduced its overall emissions by 56% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Lyft's reported carbon emissions
Lyft's climate commitments centre on significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. For 2024, Lyft reported total emissions of approximately 2.36 billion kg CO2e. This comprises Scope 1 emissions of about 2.45 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1.87 million kg CO2e (market-based), and a substantial Scope 3 contribution of roughly 2.35 billion kg CO2e. In 2023, total emissions were approximately 2.27 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1.81 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 2.37 million kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions at roughly 2.27 billion kg CO2e. Lyft has set ambitious targets, including aiming to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by the middle of this decade. Furthermore, they commit to a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from 2020 levels by 2025. Lyft, Inc. has committed to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), pledging to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 56.5% by 2030, using 2018 as a base year. They also commit to an 85% reduction in absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions per million USD value added within the same timeframe. These targets are consistent with reductions required to keep warming to 1.5°C.
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Lyft’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2025
We aim to reduce our Scope 1 emissions to near zero by the m…
We aim to reduce our Scope 1 emissions to near zero by the middle of this decade.
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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