LG Electronics is pursuing site operations carbon neutrality (Scope 1 and 2), reducing manufacturing emissions 54.6% compared to 2017 by 2030, and aims to transition to 100% renewable electricity (RE100) by 2050.
By 2030, LG Electronics aims to directly reduce greenhouse gas emissions across manufacturing sites through process optimization, high-efficiency equipment upgrades, and expanded on-site renewable energy usage.
A chart displaying the progress and 2030 target for manufacturing GHG emissions (Scope 1 & 2). The target achievement rate against the 2017 baseline reached 53% in 2024 and 56% in 2025, aiming for 100% target fulfillment through a 54.6% absolute emission reduction by 2030.
LG Electronics is actively reducing greenhouse gas emissions during the product use phase by developing high-efficiency products, supported by detailed energy efficiency targets and action plans for each product line.
A chart illustrating GHG emission reductions per functional unit during the product use phase (Scope 3) across 7 major appliance categories. Compared to the 2020 baseline, reductions reached 19.4% in 2024 and 22.5% in 2025, targeting a sustained 20.0% reduction by 2030 under SBTi criteria.
Investment in refrigerant recovery facilities (Changwon plant)
By introducing a recovery and purification system for waste refrigerants, we're recovering waste refrigerant, equal to 50,000 tCO₂e every year, which were emitted into the atmosphere. Waste refrigerants are generated from air-conditioner compressors with defects and malfunctions.
Development and expansion of energy-efficient products
We promote environmental improvements through product lightweighting, resource conservation, and enhanced energy efficiency. In addition, we reduce carbon emissions during the product usage stage by developing and selling energy-efficient products, and we further expand the launch of products equipped with high-efficiency energy technologies.
Establishment of strategic energy management systems
Based on the Technology Road Map (TRM), we establish and implement detailed energy efficiency goals and action plans for each product. We also comply with global energy regulations, including Energy-related Products (ErP), while setting internal energy-related targets and developing detailed implementation strategies.
Lighthouse Factory
A Lighthouse Factory is a top-tier model of global smart manufacturing selected by the World Economic Forum (WEF) since 2018. As its name suggests, it serves as a "lighthouse" for the manufacturing sector, guiding other companies toward pathways of innovation.
LG Electronics has established and is implementing a mid- to long-term plan to achieve 100% renewable electricity usage. LG Electronics is reviewing and applying the most eligible implementation options considering regional conditions, including participation in green pricing programs, the purchasing EAC (Energy Attribute Certificate), and PPA (Power Purchase Agreements).
A mixed chart showing LG Electronics' annual renewable energy transition roadmap toward RE100. Renewable energy (GWh) increases from 231 GWh in 2025 to 290 GWh in 2026, 376 GWh in 2027, 445 GWh in 2028, 565 GWh in 2029, 826 GWh in 2030, 1,450 GWh in 2040, and 1,976 GWh in 2050. The renewable energy transition rate targets rise from 17.7% in 2025 to 24% in 2026, 30% in 2027, 35% in 2028, 43% in 2029, 62% in 2030, 90% in 2040, and 100% by 2050.
A line chart showing LG Electronics' annual PPA (Power Purchase Agreement) performance (unit: GWh). 38 GWh in 2022, 56 GWh in 2023, 104 GWh in 2024, and 171 GWh in 2025.
A world map showing locations where renewable energy implementation information can be accessed, with markers placed on the USA, Brazil, Poland, Türkiye, Thailand, China, and Korea.
Changwon Smart Park1
Utilized 2.3 MW of renewable electricity through Korea's 1st off-grid PPA and 3.2MW of solar power through on site PPA.
Changwon Smart Park2
Implement 2 MW of solar power through on-site PPA
Pyeongtaek Digital Park
Introduced 1.4 MW of solar power generation
Tianjin
Implement 14 MW of solar power through on-site PPA
Taizhou
Implement 10.58 MW of solar power through on-site PPA
Nanjing
Implemented 6.7 MW of solar power through on-site PPA
Huizhou
Implemented 3.2 MW of solar power through off-site PPA
100% Renewable electricity
Clarksville (Tennessee)
Purchased renewable energy certificates for 100% of electricity consumption
100% Renewable electricity
Huntsville (Alabama)
Purchased renewable energy certificates for 100% of electricity consumption
100% Renewable electricity
Manaus
Transitioned to 100% renewable energy (Hydropower) through off-site PPA
100% Renewable electricity
Mława
Transition to 100% renewable energy through off-site PPA
100% Renewable electricity
Istanbul
Purchased renewable energy certificates for 100% of electricity consumption
Rayong
Implement 7.4 MW of solar power through PPA
* As of 2025
LG Electronics transparently measures and systematically manages greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, integrating them with financial value to support its GHG reduction targets.
LG Electronics established a GHG inventory encompassing global production sites and the entire value chain (Scope 1, 2, and 3), and transparently discloses GHG emissions annually.
LG Electronics maintains ISO 50001 certification for all production sites and operates the Corporate Carbon Management System (CCMS) to monitor global energy use monthly.
LG Electronics tracks carbon allowances and actual emissions quarterly, applies internal carbon pricing to evaluate risks and opportunities, and supports investment decisions for GHG reduction.
| Category | Detailed Criteria | Region | Unit | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Direct GHC emissions (Scope 1) | - | Korea | tCO₂eq | 74,773 | 77,452 | 75,462 |
| Overseas | 134,174 | 147,811 | 131,613 | |||
| Total | 208,947 | 225,263 | 207,075 | |||
| Indirect GHC emissions (Scope 2) | Location-based | Korea | 218,586 | 225,984 | 222,881 | |
| Overseas | 491,841 | 535,808 | 542,714 | |||
| Total | 710,427 | 761,792 | 764,995 | |||
| Market-based | Korea | 217,159 | 225,984 | 222,281 | ||
| Overseas | 448,125 | 455,329 | 412,172 | |||
| Total | 665,284 | 681,313 | 634,453 | |||
| Total GHG emissions (Scope 1 + Scope 2) | Location-based | Korea + Overseas |
919,374 | 987,055 | 972,070 | |
| Market-based | 874,231 | 906,576 | 841,528 | |||
| GHG emissions (Scope 1 + Scope 2) target | Market-based | 923,000 | 919,600 | 901,754 | ||
| GHG emissions intensity (per unit) | Market-based |
tCO₂eq / KRW 100 million |
1.06 | 1.03 | 0.94 |
| Category | Unit | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Materiality1) | Unit | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
| Category 1 | Purchased goods and services | H | tCO₂eq | 2,712,121 | 2,468,350 | 2,254,187 |
| Category 2 | Capital goods | L | 400,997 | 287,860 | 245,524 | |
| Category 3 | Fuel/Energy-related Activities | L | 135,070 | 151,474 | 147,547 | |
| Category 42) | Upstream transportation and distribution | H | 826,753 | 1,363,300 | 1,625,445 | |
| Category 5 | Waste generated in operations | L | 12,769 | 10,588 | 12,761 | |
| Category 6 | Business travel | L | 46,073 | 78,307 | 62,744 | |
| Category 7 | Employee commuting | L | 78,055 | 82,500 | 75,310 | |
| Category 8 | Upstream leased assets | L | 65,377 | 90,795 | 99,396 | |
| Category 93) | Downstream transportation and distribution | H | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | |
| Category 10 | Processing of sold products | L | 37,810 | 39,239 | 37,445 | |
| Category 11 | Use of sold products | L | 61,207,842 | 65,061,927 | 64,070,256 | |
| Category 12 | End-of-life treatment of sold products | H | 1,153,377 | 1,220,204 | 1,227,391 | |
| Category 13 | Downstream leased assets | L | 3,005 | 3,005 | 1,021 | |
| Category 14 | Franchises | L | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | |
| Category 15 | Investments | H | 2,482,319 | 1,902,052 | 1,758,556 | |
| Total GHG emissions (Scope 3) | tCO₂eq | 69,161,568 | 72,759,601 | 71,617,583 | ||
1) Categories with less than 1% contribution to total GHG emissions are marked as L (Low), and those with 1% or more as H (High)
2) Both the stage where suppliers deliver components to LG Electronics and the downstream distribution stage to end customers are included
3) In accordance with the GHG Protocol, emissions from the distribution stage of LG Electronics’ finished products are included in and calculated under Category 4.
1) Detailed emissions by category within Scope 3 are described on page 23, ‘Climate Change Response (TCFD)’, of the Sustainability Report.
* LG Electronics calculates and discloses all 15 Scope 3 categories
Last updated October 13, 2026
