Hankook Tire & Technology Co., Ltd., commonly known as Hankook Tire, is a leading global tyre manufacturer headquartered in South Korea (KR). Established in 1941, the company has grown to become a prominent player in the automotive industry, with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and North America. Hankook Tire is renowned for its innovative approach to tyre design and technology, offering a diverse range of products including passenger car tyres, truck and bus tyres, and high-performance tyres. The brand's commitment to quality and performance has earned it a strong market position, with notable achievements such as being the seventh-largest tyre manufacturer in the world. With a focus on sustainability and cutting-edge research, Hankook Tire continues to set industry standards, making it a preferred choice for drivers seeking reliability and excellence on the road.
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In 2024, Hankook Tire reported total carbon emissions of approximately 24,361,600 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 865,598,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a significant 29,569,918,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, resulting in a combined total of about 11,092,130,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 emissions. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting across all scopes. Hankook Tire has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 46.2% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 27.5% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. The company is also committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2050, demonstrating a long-term dedication to sustainability and climate action. In previous years, emissions have shown fluctuations, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 24,722,400 kg CO2e in 2023 and 24,840,400 kg CO2e in 2022, while Scope 2 emissions were around 854,375,000 kg CO2e in 2023 and 904,461,000 kg CO2e in 2022. The substantial Scope 3 emissions highlight the importance of addressing the entire value chain in their climate strategy. Hankook Tire's initiatives align with industry standards and reflect a proactive approach to reducing their carbon footprint, contributing to global efforts against climate change.
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2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 267,940,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 961,978,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 |
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