Tesla reports rising absolute emissions despite renewable energy progress, lacks SBTi targets or net-zero timeline, and faces multiple unresolved regulatory violations and cobalt supply chain allegations. Strong battery recycling and factory-level water achievements are outweighed by expanding operational footprint, absent biodiversity policy, and CEO actions actively undermining US climate institutions.
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SINK = (0.3 × Base + 0.7 × Performance) × ScaleStrongest on Carbon Footprint — Operations and Energy Source (7/10, 7/10). Weakest on Emissions Trajectory and Controversies & Red Flags (2/10, 3/10).
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Among the 24 major automotive brands we've scored, Tesla, Inc. is tied =17th of 24, with 4 others.
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Tesla designs, manufactures and sells electric vehicles, battery storage systems and solar products. Founded 2003, headquartered Austin, Texas. As of 2023, Tesla employs 129,000 people globally and generated $94.8B in FY2025 revenue. The company operates Gigafactories across four continents and dominates the EV market by volume.
Comparable EV transition incumbent facing similar supply chain and emissions reduction accountability gaps.
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View breakdown →Leading EV manufacturer competing on scale; context for Tesla's operational emissions growth amid market expansion.
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