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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 public limited company specializing in the activities of head offices, serving as the parent entity for a global network of automotive businesses. Incorporated on 15 August 1958, it ...

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.

Metric (tCO2e)2024202320222021-2019
Total Scope 1
20,418a
21,733a
27,298b
Total Scope 2
Market-Based
16,825a
18,528a
22,610b
Location-Based
26,576a
29,105a
33,205b
Total Scope 3
14,500,000a
15,225,451b
N/A
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
1.7565a
1.8191a
2.784b
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a. Inchcape's Annual Report 2024
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.ab

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.ab

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

1005005,00050,000500,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)2001,0005,00020,000100,000Revenues (Millions of USD)China MeiDong Auto HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 805 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,036Scope 1 Intensity: 0.27 tCO2e/$MAramis GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 13,332 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,792Scope 1 Intensity: 4.78 tCO2e/$MAutohellas Tourist and TradingYear: 2024Scope 1: 140,257 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,026Scope 1 Intensity: 136.74 tCO2e/$MDogus Otomotiv Servis Ve TicaretYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,092 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,326Scope 1 Intensity: 0.39 tCO2e/$MBiliaYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,856 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,553Scope 1 Intensity: 1.37 tCO2e/$MCurrysYear: 2025Scope 1: 15,238 tCO2eRevenue: $M 11,604Scope 1 Intensity: 1.31 tCO2e/$MFrasers GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 33,577 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,565Scope 1 Intensity: 5.11 tCO2e/$MEntainYear: 2024Scope 1: 7,455 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,387Scope 1 Intensity: 1.17 tCO2e/$MJD Sports FashionYear: 2025Scope 1: 10,043 tCO2eRevenue: $M 17,339Scope 1 Intensity: 0.58 tCO2e/$MLithia MotorsYear: 2024Scope 1: 43,354 tCO2eRevenue: $M 36,189Scope 1 Intensity: 1.20 tCO2e/$MCarmaxYear: 2024Scope 1: 136,393 tCO2eRevenue: $M 26,536Scope 1 Intensity: 5.14 tCO2e/$MPenske Automotive GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 103,206 tCO2eRevenue: $M 30,455Scope 1 Intensity: 3.39 tCO2e/$MBoyd Group ServicesYear: 2023Scope 1: 76,065 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,946Scope 1 Intensity: 25.82 tCO2e/$MZhongsheng Group HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 21,907 tCO2eRevenue: $M 23,036Scope 1 Intensity: 0.95 tCO2e/$MGroup 1 AutomotiveYear: 2024Scope 1: 190,357 tCO2eRevenue: $M 19,934Scope 1 Intensity: 9.55 tCO2e/$MValvolineYear: 2024Scope 1: 21,727 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,619Scope 1 Intensity: 13.42 tCO2e/$MUSSYear: 2020Scope 1: 5,187 tCO2eRevenue: $M 723Scope 1 Intensity: 7.17 tCO2e/$MChina Yongda Automobiles Services HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,282 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,690Scope 1 Intensity: 0.49 tCO2e/$MRush EnterprisesYear: 2022Scope 1: 42,324 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,102Scope 1 Intensity: 5.96 tCO2e/$MAUTO1 GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 8,297 tCO2eRevenue: $M 9,609Scope 1 Intensity: 0.86 tCO2e/$MHotai MotorYear: 2024Scope 1: 235 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,815Scope 1 Intensity: 0.03 tCO2e/$MD'Ieteren GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 34,850 tCO2eRevenue: $M 9,445Scope 1 Intensity: 3.69 tCO2e/$MEagers AutomotiveYear: 2024Scope 1: 33,110 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,941Scope 1 Intensity: 4.77 tCO2e/$MMotorpoint GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 1,648 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,518Scope 1 Intensity: 1.09 tCO2e/$MVertu MotorsYear: 2025Scope 1: 14,209 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,002Scope 1 Intensity: 2.37 tCO2e/$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 2.37, 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 13 out of 25 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.ab

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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