Inchcape PLC

Common Name
Inchcape
Country
United Kingdom
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Industry
Auto & Truck Dealerships
Employees
16,000
Ticker
INCH
Exchange
LONDON STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
Inchcape plc is a global automotive distributor and retailer based in the United Kingdom. Specializing in the sales, distribution, and logistics of vehicles, Inchcape plays a pivotal role in connectin...

Inchcape's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, Inchcape 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).

However, Inchcape has not published a category-level breakdown of its Scope 3 emissions, limiting visibility into specific value chain sources.

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Total Scope 3
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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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Verified Sources Behind Inchcape’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

Every figure on this dashboard has a transparent audit trail. With Tracenable, each data point is traceable back to its original source, viewable directly inside our platform. Explore Inchcape’s data sources below and access millions more through our Disclosure Search.

a. Inchcape's Annual Report 2024
a. Inchcape's Annual Report 2024
b. Inchcape's Sustainability Report 2023
b. Inchcape's Sustainability Report 2023

Insights into Inchcape's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Inchcape amounted to 46,994 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 Inchcape decreased by 7.56%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a

Inchcape's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

20222023202407 k14 k21 k28 ktCO2e-20%-6%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Inchcape's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Inchcape were 20,418 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Compared to the previous year (2023), Inchcape's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 6.05%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a

What are Inchcape's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, Inchcape reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 16,825 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 26,576 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a

Has Inchcape reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Compared to the previous year (2023), Inchcape's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Inchcape 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a

What methodology does Inchcape use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, Inchcape reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a

Inchcape's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

20222023202408.5 k17 k25.5 k34 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into Inchcape's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, Inchcape reported 14,500,000 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 Inchcape includes a breakdown across 0 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

Inchcape's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

20192023202405 M10 M15 M20 MtCO2e-19%-5%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Inchcape's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, Inchcape reported total Scope 3 emissions of 14,500,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Has Inchcape reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Inchcape's Scope 3 emissions have decreased by 22.48%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a b

Compared to the previous year (2023), Inchcape's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Inchcape 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint. a b

Insights into Inchcape’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, Inchcape reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 20,418 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 11,624 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 1.76 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

Inchcape's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

502,00050,0002,000,00050,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)505002,00020,000100,000Revenues (Millions of USD)VJUMMVVVertu MotorsYear: 2025Scope 1: 14,209 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,002Scope 1 Intensity: 2.37 tCO2e/$MEntainYear: 2023Scope 1: 5,566 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,074Scope 1 Intensity: 0.92 tCO2e/$MCapri HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 4,811 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,619Scope 1 Intensity: 0.86 tCO2e/$MNextYear: 2024Scope 1: 44,718 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,601Scope 1 Intensity: 5.88 tCO2e/$MSSP GroupYear: 2023Scope 1: 12,503,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,673Scope 1 Intensity: 3,403.77 tCO2e/$MJJJet2Year: 2024Scope 1: 2,876,913 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,898Scope 1 Intensity: 364.25 tCO2e/$MFrasers GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 33,577 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,565Scope 1 Intensity: 5.11 tCO2e/$MDeliverooYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,231 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,600Scope 1 Intensity: 1.63 tCO2e/$MCompass GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 156,924 tCO2eRevenue: $M 41,471Scope 1 Intensity: 3.78 tCO2e/$MWH SmithYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,371 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,525Scope 1 Intensity: 0.54 tCO2e/$MBarratt RedrowYear: 2024Scope 1: 15,523 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,271Scope 1 Intensity: 2.95 tCO2e/$MTHGYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,332 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,198Scope 1 Intensity: 2.43 tCO2e/$MAston MartinYear: 2024Scope 1: 8,575 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,988Scope 1 Intensity: 4.31 tCO2e/$MJD Sports FashionYear: 2024Scope 1: 7,746 tCO2eRevenue: $M 14,236Scope 1 Intensity: 0.54 tCO2e/$MUUUltimate ProductsYear: 2024Scope 1: 165 tCO2eRevenue: $M 200Scope 1 Intensity: 0.83 tCO2e/$MJ D WetherspoonYear: 2024Scope 1: 33,636 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,613Scope 1 Intensity: 12.87 tCO2e/$MVistry GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 18,484 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,743Scope 1 Intensity: 3.90 tCO2e/$MDunelm GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,139 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,158Scope 1 Intensity: 2.38 tCO2e/$MMMMacfarlane GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,535 tCO2eRevenue: $M 339Scope 1 Intensity: 13.36 tCO2e/$MHowden Joinery GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 37,478 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,914Scope 1 Intensity: 12.86 tCO2e/$MPersimmonYear: 2024Scope 1: 20,295 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,017Scope 1 Intensity: 5.05 tCO2e/$MKingfisherYear: 2024Scope 1: 90,961 tCO2eRevenue: $M 15,883Scope 1 Intensity: 5.73 tCO2e/$MMMMears GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 13,300 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,421Scope 1 Intensity: 9.36 tCO2e/$MMarks and Spencer GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 210,164 tCO2eRevenue: $M 17,877Scope 1 Intensity: 11.76 tCO2e/$MInchcapeYear: 2024Scope 1: 20,418 tCO2eRevenue: $M 11,624Scope 1 Intensity: 1.76 tCO2e/$M

How does Inchcape's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, Inchcape reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 1.76 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 4.11 , this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

Where does Inchcape rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, Inchcape ranked 7 out of 24 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

Inchcape is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency. a

Insights into Inchcape's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, Inchcape reported a total carbon footprint of 14,546,994 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 4.77% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a b

The largest contributor to Inchcape's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 99.68% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 0.18%. a

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