Carbon Neutrality
providing a forum to facilitate OEM and supplier dialogue and action on approaches, tools and resources to support advancing carbon reduction efforts across the automotive value chain
Since 2002, Suppliers Partnership for the Environment (SP) has been a leading forum for global automakers and their large and small suppliers to work together to improve the environmental sustainability and business value of the global automotive supply chain, including efforts to improve energy management and advance decarbonization initiatives across the supply chain.
As expectations for credible greenhouse gas reporting and decarbonization strategies continue to rise, SP members are working to improve the effectiveness and efficiency in reporting related to common industry goals, streamline supplier engagement processes, and accelerate progress on Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions reduction.
Through SP’s Carbon Neutrality Working Groups, members work together to identify shared challenges, pilot solutions, and develop practical tools that support effective reduction and reporting efforts across all scopes. This includes resources such as a streamlined carbon survey template, Transform Auto renewable energy program, OEM-supported educational guides, and frameworks to support consistent and transparent reporting. Whether you are just beginning a carbon reduction journey or refining existing programs, SP offers a platform for learning, connection, and collaborative progress.
Featured Resources
Automotive Climate Action Questionnaire
A supplier carbon questionnaire template which seeks to improve consistency and reduce reporting burdens.
Transform: Auto Renewable Energy Program
An industry-sponsored program designed to help suppliers reduce indirect emissions from energy consumption, known as Scope 2 emissions.
Carbon Reduction KPIs, Terms & Definitions
Guidance to help companies in the automotive value chain in establishing a framework for carbon reporting and reduction.
Streamlined Climate Action Questionnaire
A streamlined supplier carbon questionnaire template designed for small-medium businesses.
Energy Optimization Playbook
Practical guide for manufacturers seeking to align energy performance improvements with broader operational and sustainability objectives.
Carbon Maturity Roadmap
Guidance to help companies self-assess current programs against leading practices to identify potential opportunities for continuous improvement.
Featured News
Transform: Auto Program Announces Mid-Year Progress Including Formation of Three Renewable Energy Sourcing Cohorts
Growing Collaboration of Global Automakers and Suppliers Driving Carbon Reporting and Reduction through Supply Chain
Member Quotes
“Toyota is working to reduce carbon emissions across the vehicle life cycle as part of our Environmental Challenge 2050, which includes engaging with our suppliers in the drive toward carbon neutrality. We value the opportunity to work together with industry peers through organizations like SP to develop common tools and resources to support the supply chain in this effort and promote continuous improvement.” – Kevin Butt, Senior Director, Environmental Sustainability, Toyota Motor North America.
“As DENSO strives to support the automotive industry’s green transition, it is vital that we align up and down the supply chain to maximize our collective impact in creating a more sustainable future.” – Denise Carlson, VP, DENSO’s North America Production Innovation Center.
“Ford is proud to invest in Transform: Auto, which will provide suppliers with tailored guidance and expert support to help them reach carbon-neutrality targets. It’s a testament to Ford’s belief in the power of collaboration to move the automotive industry – OEMs and suppliers alike – toward a more sustainable future.” — Ford Chief Supply Chain Officer Liz Door
“GM is proud of the progress we have made in reducing our own Scope 2 energy emissions. GM recognizes that to truly make a significant impact, we need to collaborate and scale our efforts across the entire supply chain. That is why we are thrilled to enter this collaboration, as it presents an exciting opportunity to work together to support reductions in supply chain emissions. By joining forces, we can help support a resilient and sustainable future towards a zero-emissions transportation sector.” — Rob Threlkeld, Director of Global Energy Strategy, General Motors
“Honda has targeted global carbon neutrality in its products and all corporate activities by 2050, and our suppliers will play a key role in achieving that goal. Transform: Auto will help suppliers align their own carbon reduction efforts to the OEMs’ by providing industry expertise and a common reporting framework.” — Josh Reffner, Director of Procurement & Supply Chain Operations at Honda.
“At Magna, we are committed to achieving net-zero status by 2050, and the Transform: Auto program aligns seamlessly with our Scope 3 decarbonization efforts. Through the power of collaboration, we can drive meaningful change in reducing emissions and enhancing sustainable practices throughout the automotive supply chain, accelerating progress towards a more sustainable future.” — Ahmed Elganzouri, Global Director, Sustainability and Energy, Magna.