Ud Trucks Corporation, headquartered in Japan, is a prominent player in the commercial vehicle industry, specialising in the manufacture of trucks and related services. Founded in 1955, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. Renowned for its innovative approach, Ud Trucks offers a diverse range of products, including heavy-duty trucks, light-duty trucks, and advanced logistics solutions. Their commitment to sustainability and efficiency sets them apart in a competitive market. With a focus on enhancing customer productivity, Ud Trucks has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in fuel efficiency and safety technologies. As a subsidiary of the Volvo Group, Ud Trucks continues to solidify its market position, delivering reliable and high-performance vehicles that meet the evolving needs of the transportation sector.
How does Ud Trucks's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Ud Trucks's score of 20 is higher than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2022, UD Trucks reported total carbon emissions of approximately 19,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure reflects a reduction from 20,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and 21,000,000 kg CO2e in 2020, indicating a positive trend in emissions management. The company has not disclosed specific data regarding Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions, nor has it set formal reduction targets through initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). UD Trucks operates as a current subsidiary of UD Trucks Corporation, which is part of the Isuzu Motors Limited corporate family. However, no specific climate commitments or reduction initiatives have been detailed in the available data. The emissions per vehicle have also shown a decreasing trend, with figures of 8,000 kg CO2e in 2019, 10,000 kg CO2e in 2018, 6,000 kg CO2e in 2020, 4,000 kg CO2e in 2021, and 2,000 kg CO2e in 2022. While UD Trucks has not established formal reduction targets, the company is part of a broader industry context that increasingly prioritises sustainability and carbon footprint reduction. The commitment to reducing emissions aligns with global trends in the automotive sector, where manufacturers are under pressure to enhance their environmental performance.
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Ud Trucks 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.