LG Corp
LG's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2022, LG 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).
LG has also provided a category-level breakdown for 3 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
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Total Scope 3 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
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Insights into LG's Operational Emissions
In 2022, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of LG amounted to 19,365,000 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 2021, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of LG decreased by 10.98%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a
LG's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are LG's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2022, the total Scope 1 emissions of LG were 7,442,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Has LG reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2018, LG's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 24.52%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a b
Compared to the previous year (2021), LG's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 9.09%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a
What are LG's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2022, LG reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 11,923,000 tCO₂e without specifying the calculation method. a
Has LG reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Since 2018, LG's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Unspecified Calculation Method) have remained relatively stable, indicating that LG 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a b
Compared to the previous year (2021), LG's Scope 2 emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) fell by 12.12% in 2022, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its energy consumption. a
What methodology does LG use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2022, LG reported its Scope 2 emissions using an unspecified methodology. a
LG's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)
Insights into LG's Value Chain Emissions
In 2022, LG reported 4,918,000 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 2022 disclosure of LG includes a breakdown across 3 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2021, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a
LG's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are LG's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2022, LG reported total Scope 3 emissions of 4,918,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Approximately 100% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a
Compared to the previous year (2021), LG's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that LG 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint. a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does LG disclose?
In 2022, LG reported emissions for 3 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a
The limited disclosure restricts visibility into specific emission sources across the company's value chain.
What are the main sources of LG's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2022, the largest contributors to LG's Scope 3 emissions were: a
- Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 4,196,000 tCO₂e (85.34%)
- Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 678,000 tCO₂e (13.79%)
- Business Travel (Cat. 6): 43,000 tCO₂e (0.87%)
LG's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into LG’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2022, LG reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 7,442,000 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 5,702 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 1,305.16 tCO₂e per millions USD. a
LG's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does LG's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2022, LG reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 1,305.16 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 1.97 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a
Where does LG rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2022, LG ranked 24 out of 23 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a
This places LG among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector. a
Insights into LG's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2022, LG reported a total carbon footprint of 24,283,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 8.42% decrease compared to 2021, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a
The largest contributor to LG's total carbon footprint was Scope 2 emissions, accounting for 49.1% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 30.65%. a