Tesla's recent impact report showed that the company's greenhouse emissions have increased by nearly 10 million metric tons of CO2 in 2023.
The automotive company, known for its increasing effort to promote electric vehicles, has been promising a net-zero emission.
Tesla Contributes to Increasing Pollution, Report Shows
Tesla is reportedly responsible for over 50 million metric tons of CO2 released in 2023. The data showed a nearly 20 percent increase to 2022's record of only 42 million metric tons.
The automotive company's operation has been actively contributing to the pollution, primarily from its supply chain. Tesla's goods and services are the source of nearly 80 percent of the company's overall carbon footprint.
Recently, the company was sued by the Environmental Democracy Project (EDP) for alleged failure to comply with the Clean Air Act on the Fremont factory. Tesla also faced suits from 25 counties in California for mishandling its hazardous waste materials.
Tesla Wants Net-Zero Emission Amid High Carbon Footprint
During its latest impact report, Tesla shared that it has plans to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions. The company outlines the procedure on how to achieve the goal "as soon as possible."
Moreover, the company also shared the risks and challenges they may face due to climate change. However, recent data showed that Tesla is far from its goal just yet. The company's supply chain has been worse over the past year.
Under the Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) new rules, big companies like Tesla are required to disclose their indirect emissions from supply chains to usage of products.
Tesla will be focusing on 20 focus areas including climate risk management, water use, responsible AI usage, health and safety of workers, air quality, and more.
