- Transition risks associated with carbon regulations, rising electricity prices, and the RE100 transition
- Physical risks from extreme heat/heat waves and coastal flooding
- Risks related to aging facilities and equipment, inadequate emergency response systems, and suppliers with insufficient health and safety management systems
LG Corp.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, LG Corp. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 11.5K thousand tCO2eq. By scope: Scope 1: 5.4K thousand tCO2eq; Scope 2: 6.1K thousand tCO2eq; Scope 3: 15.7K thousand tCO2eq. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
11.5K thousand tCO2eq
2023
Renewable Energy
10.7%
of total energy
Water Usage
81.2K thousand tons
2023
Waste
435.8K tons
2023
Energy Use
204.8K TJ
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 5.4K thousand tCO2eq |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 6.1K thousand tCO2eq |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 15.7K thousand tCO2eq |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 11.5K thousand tCO2eq |
| 2022 | 19.4K thousand tCO2eq |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced GHG emissions by 5% from the previous year (11,362 thousand tons in 2023)
- Increased renewable energy use through solar power generation, PPAs, and REC purchases (LG Electronics)
- Reduced direct GHG emissions by switching to low-carbon fuels, including hydrogen and biomass boilers (LG Chem)
- Achieved 10.7% renewable electricity conversion rate in 2023
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
📅 Medium-term
- 34% reduction in GHG emissions by 2030 (LG Group target)
🔭 Long-term
- Net-zero emissions by 2050 (LG Group target)
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeCompliance ManagementHealth and Safety