Aptiv PLC
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2013, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023)
Reporting Period: 2013
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Safety
- Green Technologies
- Connected Technologies
- Community Involvement
- Employee Health and Wellbeing
- Supply Chain Sustainability
- Environmental Impact Reduction
Environmental Achievements
- 27% reduction in water consumption annually on a sales basis since 2009
- Achieved landfill-free status in 20+ facilities
- Annual reduction of 25,400 metric tons of CO2 through high-efficiency lighting
- Reduced CO2 emissions from trash by 160 tons annually at Troy, Michigan campus
- 8-15% reduction in CO2 emissions with GDi injection technology
- Reduced energy consumption by 5% on average across 41 European manufacturing sites
Social Achievements
- Partnered with Fondo Unido for 23 years, contributing over $1M from Delphi Mexico employees
- Supplier Matchmaker Program boosting diversity in supply chain
- Employee ethics training completion rate of 99%
- Consistently ranked in the upper quartile of industrial companies for health and safety
- Plan for Zero program implemented to achieve zero incidents
- Over 500 Delphi employees volunteered thousands of hours on community projects
Governance Achievements
- 95% of strategic suppliers are ISO 14001 certified
- 100% of strategic suppliers signed Delphi Supplier Code of Conduct
- Recognized by Ethisphere as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for the second consecutive year
Climate Goals & Targets
- Not disclosed
- Reduce water consumption by 45.2% by 2020
- Reduce waste disposal by 20% by 2020
- Reduce GHG emissions by 30% by 2020
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Minimizing environmental impact of operations while growing the business
- Ensuring ethical and sustainable practices throughout the supply chain
- Maintaining high health and safety standards across global operations
Mitigation Strategies
- Initiatives to minimize waste, reduce energy and water use, and lower carbon emissions
- Green Supply Team driving sustainability initiatives, including ISO 14001 certification and Supplier Code of Conduct
- Plan for Zero program focusing on zero incidents, and continuous improvement in health and safety systems
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 95% of strategic suppliers are ISO 14001 certified
Responsible Procurement
- Delphi Supplier Code of Conduct
- ISO 14001 certification for strategic suppliers
- Environmental Preferable Materials
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: Global Reporting Initiative (GRI)
Certifications: OHSAS 18001 (28 Global Sites)
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- GDi Injection System
- Friction Stir Welding
Awards & Recognition
- Ethisphere World’s Most Ethical Companies
- National Safety Council Awards
- Honda Green Factory Achievement Awards
- PACE Awards
- Thomson Reuters Top 100 Global Innovators
Reporting Period: 2019
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Safety
- Green (Environmental)
- Connected (Technology)
- Diversity & Inclusion
- Corporate Governance
- Supply Chain Responsibility
- Community Involvement
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced Scope 1+2 greenhouse gas emissions per employee annually for the last five years.
- Achieved 84% waste diversion rate for recycled non-hazardous waste.
- Reduced CO2 emissions by 1,115 tons in 2018 through optimized logistics.
- Corporate headquarters supplied by renewable energy since 2018.
Social Achievements
- Named one of the “World’s Most Ethical Companies” for the seventh consecutive year.
- Achieved top quartile performance for Lost Work Day Cases versus industry peers for five consecutive years.
- Conducted an average of 4.66 hours of safety training per employee.
- Supported over 200 local and charitable initiatives globally in 2018.
- 47% women in management positions, 27% in revenue-generating functions.
Governance Achievements
- Aptiv’s Board of Directors has five standing committees: Audit, Compensation and Human Resources, Finance, Innovation and Technology, and Nominating and Governance.
- 18% women on the Board of Directors.
- Substantial portion of executive pay at-risk, tied to long-term sustainable shareholder value and ESG goals (approx. 10% of annual incentive plan).
Climate Goals & Targets
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Reducing Scope 3 emissions across the entire value chain.
- Ensuring supplier compliance with environmental, social, and ethical standards.
- Managing water scarcity in certain regions.
Mitigation Strategies
- Implementing management tools to monitor and reduce environmental impact across all three scopes.
- Working closely with third-party auditors to monitor supplier inputs and ensure compliance with Aptiv's Supplier Code of Conduct.
- Conducting water risk assessments and implementing water-saving initiatives.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Supplier Code of Conduct
- Environmental Certification (ISO 14001)
- Conflict Minerals Policy
- Human Rights Compliance
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products and solutions
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: Null
Certifications: ISO 14001 (100% of Aptiv owned manufacturing sites), ISO 45001
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Aluminum wiring systems (Selective Metal Coating)
- Energy-efficient equipment and processes
Awards & Recognition
- World’s Most Ethical Companies® (seven consecutive years)
Reporting Period: 2020
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate Change
- Diversity & Inclusion
- Health & Safety
- Supply Chain Sustainability
- Ethics & Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Achieved 80% waste diversion rate.
- Reduced total water consumption by 1% and consumption per employee by 12%.
- Reduced Scope 1 & 2 CO2 emissions (market-based).
Social Achievements
- Launched #BetterTogether wellbeing campaign.
- Expanded mentoring program.
- Established Working Caregiver group.
- Maintained best-in-class lost workday case rates compared with industry peers.
Governance Achievements
- Designated one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute for the ninth year in a row.
- Increased Board diversity to over 40%.
Climate Goals & Targets
- Carbon-neutral products by 2040.
- Carbon-neutral company by 2040.
- Source 100% renewable energy globally by 2030.
- Certify top 10 energy-intensive sites for ISO 50001 by 2025.
- Reduce CO2 emissions by 25% by 2025.
- Reduce water consumption in high-risk areas by 2% per year.
Environmental Challenges
- Pandemic-related disruptions to operations and supply chain.
- Increased waste generation due to COVID-19 safety protocols.
- Water scarcity in some operational areas.
Mitigation Strategies
- Implemented COVID-19 Safe Operations Protocols.
- Developed remote gemba practices using Microsoft HoloLens.
- Accelerated move toward augmented-reality work environments.
- Included water scarcity assessment into real estate strategy.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 99% of key direct material suppliers have signed Aptiv’s Code of Conduct.
Responsible Procurement
- Code of Conduct for Business Partners
- ISO 14001 certification for strategic suppliers
- Conflict Minerals Reporting Template
- Cobalt Reporting Template
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI Standards (Core option), SASB, TCFD
Certifications: ISO 45001 (target: 100% of manufacturing sites by 2025), ISO 50001 (target: top 10 energy-intensive sites by 2025)
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 4
- Goal 5
- Goal 6
- Goal 7
- Goal 8
- Goal 9
- Goal 11
- Goal 12
- Goal 13
- Goal 16
Aptiv's initiatives contribute to these goals through various programs and commitments outlined in the report.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- High-voltage and low-voltage solutions for electric vehicles
- Next-gen ADAS platform
Awards & Recognition
- 2020 Responsible Brand of the Year (Aptiv China)
Reporting Period: 2021
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- People
- Products
- Planet
- Platform
Environmental Achievements
- Achieved 100% renewable electricity at all sites in Ireland and Germany
- Reduced CO2 emissions by 5% from a 2019 baseline
- Reached an 87% waste recycling rate
- Saved over 17.5 million liters of water
- Aptiv products on vehicles sold since 2015 have helped save 100 million tons of emissions
Social Achievements
- Named a Financial Times Diversity Leader for the second time, with women accounting for about 50 percent of our global workforce
- Increased the number of women in executive leadership roles by 20 percent
- 90% fewer lost-time days than the industry benchmark
- 178,000 trees planted or donated
- 12,500 children reached with road safety education
- 4,400 hours of STEM workshops funded
Governance Achievements
- Identified by Ethisphere, for the 10th consecutive year, as one of the world’s most ethical companies
- 91% of salaried employees completed training on our Code of Ethical Business Conduct
- 100% of key direct suppliers have signed the Aptiv Supplier Code of Conduct
Climate Goals & Targets
- Net zero emissions by 2040
- Power our operations with 100% renewable energy by 2030
- Ensure that our products will be net carbon-neutral by 2040
- Reduce electricity consumption at the top 10 most energy-intensive sites by certifying them for ISO 50001
- Power our operations with 25% of renewable electricity
- Ensure all manufacturing sites have environmental management system certification and are aligned with an international standard
- Provide Code of Ethics and Global Business Conduct and Conflict training to 95% of salaried employees
Environmental Challenges
- Global supply chain challenges
- Water scarcity in some regions where Aptiv operates
Mitigation Strategies
- Developed a digital twin of our end-to-end supplier and customer network to enhance supply chain resilience
- Reduced water consumption by 7% in high-risk areas
- Achieved more than 80% average compliance with water management best practices
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 100% of key direct suppliers
Responsible Procurement
- Aptiv Supplier Code of Conduct
- Conflict Mineral Reporting Template
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI, SASB, TCFD
Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001
Third-party Assurance: EY
Awards & Recognition
- Hyundai Motor Group Supplier of the Year
- Jaguar Land Rover Quality Award
Reporting Period: 2022
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- People
- Products
- Planet
- Platform
Environmental Achievements
- Recycled 84% of total waste, exceeding the 80% target and saving more than 35,000 tons from landfills globally.
- Planted almost 40,000 trees in Mexico to preserve biodiversity and protect freshwater supplies.
- Aptiv facilities in Ireland, Germany, Austria, and Honduras source 100% renewable energy.
- An Aptiv facility in Jiaxing, China implemented a rooftop solar panel project that will generate 2.7 million kWh of electricity and eliminate nearly 2,700 tons of CO2e emissions annually.
- An Aptiv plant in Morocco eliminated more than 2 million sheets of paper from product packaging, saving about 250 trees and more than 6 million liters of water annually.
Social Achievements
- Aptiv subsidiary HellermannTyton worked with Ford to produce wiring harness clips made from 100% recycled ocean plastic.
- Aptiv helped nearly 10,000 people impacted by the war in Ukraine in 2022.
- Aptiv employees supported 53 robotics teams as mentors, event coordinators, judges, field reset staff and more.
- More than half of our openings for management roles were filled through internal promotions in 2022.
- Aptiv’s employee-led women’s networks provide support, inspiration and empowerment.
Governance Achievements
- Aptiv has been designated one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies 11 years in a row by Ethisphere.
- 100% of Aptiv’s key suppliers affirmed their alignment with Aptiv’s Code of Conduct for Business Partners.
- Aptiv’s senior leadership team engaged with employees to promote a culture of speaking up about ethics.
Climate Goals & Targets
- Carbon neutral by 2040
- Reduce carbon emissions by 25% by 2025
- Certify 100% of manufacturing sites for ISO 45001 by 2025
- Power operations with 25% renewable electricity by 2025
- Reduce electricity consumption at the top 10 most energy-intensive sites by certifying them for ISO 50001
- Achieve and maintain waste recycling rate from manufacturing at or above 80%
- Reduce water consumption in high-risk areas by 2% per year
- Provide Code of Ethical Business Conduct and other required compliance training to 95% of salaried employees
- Encourage key suppliers to agree to Aptiv Code of Conduct for Business Partners principles and expand third-party due diligence program
Environmental Challenges
- Supply chain disruptions
- Semiconductor supply shortage
- Global inflationary pressures
- Uncertainties posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and the conflict between Ukraine and Russia.
Mitigation Strategies
- Proactive risk assessment and mitigation strategies
- Real-time risk analysis in the supply chain
- Developing alternative sourcing strategies
- Investing in resilient supply chains
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 100% of key direct suppliers signed the Aptiv Code of Conduct for Business Partners or affirmed adherence to a comparable code
Responsible Procurement
- Code of Conduct for Business Partners
- Sustainability training for suppliers
- Screening and monitoring for supply chain risks
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI Standards (Core option), SASB standard, TCFD recommendations
Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001
Third-party Assurance: EY (limited assurance on select metrics)
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Wiring harness clips made from 100% recycled ocean plastic
- Biodegradable cable insulation
Awards & Recognition
- World’s Most Ethical Companies (Ethisphere)
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate Change
- Diversity & Inclusion
- Supply Chain Sustainability
- Product Safety
- Data Security
- Employee Engagement
- Community Engagement
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 22% (2023 vs 2022)
- Increased renewable energy sourcing to 33%
- Saved over 83 million liters of water in 2023
- Eliminated 15 tons of plastic waste and 49 tons of CO2e emissions in Suzhou, China
- Aptiv’s products have helped eliminate 220 million tons of CO2e emissions
Social Achievements
- Achieved 0% pay equity gap
- Increased internal fill rate to 46%
- 49% women in the total workforce
- 47% ethnic diversity in the U.S. workforce
- Conducted vehicle safety education for 6,255 children
- Planted 143,343 trees
- Empowered girls in tech through 5,638 hours of workshops
Governance Achievements
- Designated one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for the 12th consecutive year by Ethisphere
- 100% of key direct suppliers affirmed alignment with Aptiv’s Code of Conduct
- Zero reportable security and privacy incidents
Climate Goals & Targets
- Carbon neutrality by 2040
- Reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 100% by 2030
- Reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 47.4% by 2030
- Reduce electricity consumption at top 10 energy-intensive sites by certifying them for ISO 50001
- Reduce water consumption in high-risk areas by 2% per year
- Reduce Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions by 25% by 2025 (from 2021 baseline)
- Conduct vehicle safety education for 30,000 children by 2025
- Plant 480,000 trees by 2025
- Empower girls in tech through 3,000 hours of workshops by 2025
Environmental Challenges
- Supply chain disruptions
- Ongoing semiconductor supply shortage
- Global inflationary pressures
- Uncertainties posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and the conflict between Ukraine and Russia
Mitigation Strategies
- Developed a digital twin of its supplier network to build resilience
- Developing alternative sources to ensure supply stability
- Prioritizing responsible sourcing and resiliency management
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 100% of key direct suppliers assessed for labor law compliance
Responsible Procurement
- Aptiv Code of Conduct
- Sustainability training video for suppliers
- Direct engagement with suppliers to enhance transparency
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Regulatory changes
- Market shifts
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products
- Growth in high-voltage electrification platforms
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI Standards (Core option), SASB Standards, TCFD recommendations
Certifications: ISO 50001 (8 sites), ISO 14001 (94% of manufacturing sites), ISO 45001 (76% of manufacturing sites), IATF 16949 (100% of manufacturing and major technical sites)
Third-party Assurance: EY (limited assurance on select metrics)
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Predictive battery management software (BMS)
- Recycled ocean plastic products
- Aptiv Rapid Power Reserve (ARPR)
Awards & Recognition
- World’s Most Ethical Companies (Ethisphere)