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CAF's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2024, CAF completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).
CAF has also provided a category-level breakdown for 8 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
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Location-Based | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 |
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Insights into CAF's Operational Emissions
In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of CAF amounted to 51,867 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2).a
Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of CAF increased by 8.97%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations.a
CAF's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are CAF's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of CAF were 31,166 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Has CAF reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2019, CAF's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 10.2%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.a
Compared to the previous year (2023), CAF's Scope 1 emissions increased by 8.08%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations.a
What are CAF's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2024, CAF reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 7,277 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 20,701 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a
Has CAF reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Since 2019, CAF's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Location-Based) have decreased by 23.28%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time.a
Compared to the previous year (2023), CAF's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) rose by 10.32% in 2024, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from purchased electricity and energya
What methodology does CAF use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2024, CAF reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method.a
CAF's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
- Total Scope 2 Market-Based
Insights into CAF's Value Chain Emissions
In 2024, CAF reported 3,642,717 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.a
The 2024 disclosure of CAF includes a breakdown across 8 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year.a
CAF's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are CAF's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, CAF reported total Scope 3 emissions of 3,642,717 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Approximately 3.44% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 96.56% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a
Has CAF reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2019, CAF's Scope 3 emissions have decreased by 52.22%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.a
Compared to the previous year (2023), CAF's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that CAF's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does CAF disclose?
In 2024, CAF reported emissions for 8 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a
This partial disclosure allows for some insight into the company's indirect impacts.
What are the main sources of CAF's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, the largest contributors to CAF's Scope 3 emissions were:a
- Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 3,517,422 tCO₂e (96.56%)
- Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 90,766 tCO₂e (2.49%)
- Employee Commuting (Cat. 7): 13,605 tCO₂e (0.37%)
CAF's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into CAF’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2024, CAF reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 31,166 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 4,383 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 7.11 tCO₂e per millions USD.a
CAF's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does CAF's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2024, CAF reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 7.11 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 16.87, this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors.a
Where does CAF rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2024, CAF ranked 8 out of 25 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a
CAF is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency.a
Insights into CAF's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2024, CAF reported a total carbon footprint of 3,694,584 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 2.63% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain.a
The largest contributor to CAF's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 98.6% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 0.84%.a