Polestar has achieved a 24.7% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions per vehicle sold since 2020, as detailed in its 2024 Sustainability Report. This accomplishment reflects a strong commitment to reducing environmental impact while scaling EV production.
Key Metrics from the 2024 Sustainability Report
| Metric | 2020 | 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| GHG emissions per vehicle sold (tons CO₂e) | 26.2 | 19.7 | -24.7% |
| Renewable electricity in manufacturing | 80% | 100% | +20% |
| Vehicles sold | 10,000+ | 54,000+ | +440% |
Manufacturing: Transition to 100% Renewable Electricity
All Polestar manufacturing sites now use 100% renewable electricity. Key improvements include:
- Complete switch to renewable energy at all factories
- Increased energy efficiency at the Luqiao plant
- Lower reliance on fossil-fuel-based materials
These changes have reduced factory emissions by 81,000 tons of CO₂e.
Supply Chain: Addressing the Largest Emissions Source
Most emissions still come from Polestar’s supply chain, including:
- Battery production
- Raw material extraction
- Component transportation
In 2023, Polestar took steps to reduce these emissions:
- Used blockchain tracking through Circulor
- Increased recycled aluminum and steel
- Encouraged supplier use of clean energy
Scope 3 emissions remain high, despite progress.
Product Impact: Enhancements in the Polestar 2
Product-specific updates reduced emissions in the Polestar 2 lineup:
- Use of lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries
- Eliminated rare earth magnets in motors
- Switched to low-carbon aluminum in frames
