- Reducing scope 3 emissions (over 98% of measured carbon footprint).
- Meeting 80% target for strategic suppliers providing sustainability roadmaps and targets.
- Improving understanding of water usage and water stress risks.
GKN Automotive
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, GKN Automotive disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 369.5 thousand tonnes CO2e. By scope: Scope 1: 38.3K tCO2e; Scope 2: 331.2K tCO2e; Scope 3: 13.7M tCO2e. 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
369.5 thousand tonnes CO2e
2023
Renewable Energy
10%
of total energy
Water Usage
1.95 million m3
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). | 38.3K tCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 331.2K tCO2e |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 13.7M tCO2e |
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 | 369.5 thousand tonnes CO2e |
| 2022 | 21.0M tCO2e (2021); Data not yet available for 2022 |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Cut direct greenhouse gas emissions by 10.5% in absolute terms.
- Achieved 98% waste diversion from landfill.
- 10% of electricity consumed was certified renewable (up from 7% in 2022).
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Achieve 50% renewable electricity by 2025.
- 100% of eligible employees to receive annual performance reviews by 2024.
- Top 80% of strategic suppliers to provide sustainability roadmaps and targets by 2023.
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve 75% renewable electricity by 2030.
- 100% waste diversion from landfill by 2030.
- 33% female membership of the Executive Team by 2030.
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero GHG emissions across the value chain by 2045.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ActionOur PeopleResponsible SourcingOur Impact