Automakers Improve Supply Chain Cleanliness Scores

Lead the Charge, a coalition including the Sierra Club and Public Citizen, releases its fourth annual ranking of 18 global automakers' supply-chain practices, placing Tesla, Ford, and Volvo as the top three. The report finds overall scores nearly doubled since the ranking began, with no company exceeding 50 percent (Tesla at 49%), and highlights five firms as clear leaders for decarbonization and transparency.
Key Points
- 1Rankings place Tesla, Ford, and Volvo top among 18 automakers for supply-chain practices.
- 2Show five companies doubled progress compared with peers, signaling concentrated leadership in decarbonization.
- 3Signal EV adoption, material decarbonization and reporting improvements are practical levers for practitioners.
Scoring Rationale
Credible, industry-wide ranking with measurable progress; limited novelty and moderate practical guidance reduce overall impact.
Sources
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