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Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc., a subsidiary of the renowned Volkswagen AG, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across North America. Founded in 1955, the company has established itself as a key player in the automotive industry, focusing on the design, manufacturing, and distribution of vehicles under various brands, including Volkswagen, Audi, and Porsche. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, Volkswagen Group of America offers a diverse range of vehicles, from electric models to high-performance sports cars, each distinguished by advanced engineering and cutting-edge technology. The company has achieved notable milestones, including a strong market presence and recognition for its efforts in electric mobility. As a leader in the automotive sector, Volkswagen Group of America continues to shape the future of transportation while prioritising quality and customer satisfaction.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.'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.

44

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Motor Vehicle Retail Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

24

Industry Benchmark

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.'s score of 44 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at significantly reducing its carbon emissions. Although specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, the company has announced a target to reduce its overall CO2 emissions by approximately 40% by 2030, using a cradle-to-grave approach that encompasses all scopes of emissions. This commitment reflects Volkswagen's dedication to sustainability and aligns with industry standards for climate action. The reduction target, established in 2022, underscores the company's proactive stance in addressing climate change and minimising its environmental impact. As Volkswagen Group of America continues to implement its initiatives, it aims to contribute positively to the global effort of reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.'s primary industry is Sale, maintenance, repair of motor vehicles, motor vehicles parts, motorcycles, motor cycles parts and accessoiries, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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