Hyundai Motor Co., Ltd.

Automobiles & Auto Parts

Company Summary

Hyundai Motor Company is a major global automaker committed to sustainability and green innovation, particularly through the development of electric vehicles (EVs) and alternative fuel technologies. The company’s ESG rating reflects its progress in reducing carbon emissions, integrating renewable energy into its operations, and promoting recycled materials in manufacturing. However, Hyundai faces challenges related to the environmental impact of its traditional vehicle models and supply chain transparency. Concerns about labor practices and the extraction of raw materials for EV batteries continue to impact its ESG score. Hyundai’s continued shift towards sustainable mobility is an ongoing focus, as it strives to meet future environmental goals. For more information, refer to the Hyundai ESG report.

ESG Rating Overview

Sustainalytics

Overall ESG Rating :

24.6
Rating Scale
0-10Negligible10-20Low20-30Med30-40High40+Severe
Ranking
Industry Group
Automobile34 out of 88
Universe
Global Universe7174 out of 15104

Overall ESG Rating :

64
Rating Scale
0-25Poor 25-50Satisfactory 50-75Good75-100Excellent
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Overall ESG Rating :

B
Rating Scale
CCCB
Laggard
BBBBBA
Average
AAAAA
Leader

Hyundai is a laggard among 42 companies in the automobiles industry.

Temperature Rise :

4℃
CLIMATE SCALE
≥ 3.85°CLagging > 2°C - < 3.85°CMisaligned ≤ 2°CAligned

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FAQ

What is Hyundai's ESG rating?

Hyundai holds an ESG score of 67/100 (MSCI), with strong efforts in environmental sustainability, though it faces challenges in governance and labor practices.

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