Lithium Americas Corp., a leading player in the lithium industry, is headquartered in California and operates primarily in North America and South America. Founded in 2007, the company focuses on the development of lithium resources essential for electric vehicle batteries and renewable energy storage. Lithium Americas is renowned for its flagship projects, including the Thacker Pass lithium project in Nevada and the Cauchari-Olaroz project in Argentina, both of which are pivotal in addressing the growing demand for sustainable energy solutions. The company’s commitment to environmentally responsible practices and innovative extraction techniques sets it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, Lithium Americas has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a key contributor to the global transition towards clean energy.
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In 2024, Lithium Americas Corp reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 100 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 6,800 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions, primarily from purchased goods and services. This reflects a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions from 5,400 kg CO2e in 2023, while Scope 2 emissions remained consistent at 100 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions also rose from 6,500 kg CO2e in the previous year. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, nor does it participate in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). However, it is committed to monitoring and reporting its emissions across all scopes, demonstrating transparency in its environmental impact. Lithium Americas Corp's emissions data is self-reported and does not cascade from any parent organisation. The company is headquartered in California and is focused on sustainable lithium production, which is critical for the transition to renewable energy technologies.
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2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 5,400 | 0,000 |
Scope 2 | 100 | 000 |
Scope 3 | 6,500 | 0,000 |
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Lithium Americas Corp is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.