LG Electronics (LG) has released its 2024–2025 Sustainability Report, providing an update on its progress toward environmental goals. The company revealed advancements in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and increasing resource circularity, aligned with its vision for a Better Life for All.

According to the report, LG’s Scope 1 (direct) and Scope 2 (indirect) emissions in 2024 totaled 910,000 tons of CO₂ equivalent. This brings the company close to its 2030 target of 878,000 tons. LG had previously announced a goal to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 54.6 percent from 2017 levels by 2030. It reported that early progress was enabled by adopting energy-efficient equipment and carbon-reduction technologies across its operations.

LG is also working to reduce Scope 3 emissions from product use. It reported a 19.4 percent drop in product carbon emissions in 2024 compared to 2020. The reduction was achieved through expanded use of AI and energy-saving technologies. The company noted that it was the first South Korean home appliance brand to have its emissions targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). These targets include a 20 percent reduction in Scope 3 emissions across seven key product categories by 2030, based on a 2020 baseline.

The Sustainability Report also outlined LG’s efforts in waste reduction and recycling. In 2024, the company reached a 97.4 percent waste recycling rate at global production sites. This surpasses its 2030 goal of 95 percent. Additionally, LG collected 532,630 tons of used electronics from 91 locations across 56 countries last year. Since 2006, the company has collected over 5 million tons of used electronics.

Other highlights from the report include:
• A 36 percent year-over-year increase in the use of recycled plastic in LG products
• Continued product design improvements to enhance accessibility for users of all ages and abilities

LG also detailed initiatives to improve inclusivity. The LG Comfort Kit now includes four products aimed at simplifying appliance use. Accessibility features in LG OLED TVs include screen reading and simultaneous audio output for both hearing aids and speakers. The company also offers height-adjustable kiosks and tactile keypads, as well as services like sign language consultations and senior support programs.

In the area of responsible management, LG reported that its governance structure is rooted in compliance and ethics. The board of directors follows principles of independence, expertise, and transparency. The ESG Committee continues to expand its oversight of sustainability programs. LG also conducts third-party ESG audits across its supply chain, based on Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) standards.

As a result of these efforts, LG announced its inclusion in the top 1 percent of S&P Global’s Corporate Sustainability Assessment for the second year. The company also received an “A” rating from MSCI for the fifth year and has been listed in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index for 13 consecutive years.

The 2024–2025 LG Sustainability Report reaffirms the company’s long-term goals and documents its progress across environmental, social, and governance areas.

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