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How Renault Group Embeds ESG into its Supply Chain

Sustainabilitymag · · 596 words · By Lucy Potter
Environmental Impact Corporate Sustainability Supply Chain Management

The article outlines Renault Group's strategy to integrate Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria into its supply chain. It details the company's goals for carbon neutrality, its supplier evaluation process, and efforts to reduce the environmental impact of vehicle design and battery production.

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11 claims extracted and verified against multiple sources including cross-references, web search, and Wikipedia.

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“raw material supplies and components accounted for an average of 17% of the carbon footprint of vehicles sold in 2024”
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The claim is reported twice by Procurementmag as a specific figure for Renault Group vehicles in 2024.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The Renault–Nissan–Mitsubishi Alliance, originally known as the Renault–Nissan Alliance, is a French-Japanese strategic alliance between the automobile manufacturers Renault (based in Boulogne-Billanc…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault–Nissan–Mitsubishi_Alli…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Renault S.A., commonly referred to as Groupe Renault (UK: REN-oh, US: rə-NOH; French: [ɡʁup ʁəno], also known as the Renault Group in English), is a French multinational corporation and automobile …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The Renault 5 E-Tech is a B-segment battery electric car produced by the French manufacturer Renault since 2024. Inspired by the original Renault 5 in styling, the 5 E-Tech was previewed by a concept …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault_5_E-Tech
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“The company has set targets to reach net zero carbon emissions in Europe by 2040 and worldwide by 2050.”
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Multiple independent sources confirm the targets: the UECC reports net zero in Europe by 2040 and worldwide by 2050, and MarketScreener confirms the 2050 global target.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Horse Powertrain Limited is a joint venture holding aimed at producing powertrains, including internal combustion engines (ICE) and hybrid systems. The venture holding was established in May 2024 and …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Horse_Powertrain
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Sophia Antipolis is a 2,400 hectare technology park in southeast France, and as of 2021 home to 2,500 companies, valued today at more than 5.6 billion euros and employing more than 38,000 people count…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sophia_Antipolis
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The automotive industry comprises a wide range of companies and organisations involved in the design, development, manufacturing, marketing, selling, repairing, and modification of motor vehicles. It …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Automotive_industry
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“More than 90% of budgets are allocated to suppliers with a high ESG score”
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The provided evidence for this claim consists of general information about Renault's history and other companies (Iveco, NSG) and does not mention ESG procurement budgets.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The National Security Guard (NSG) is a central armed police force in India under the Ministry of Home Affairs. Recently Government of India designated National Security Guard (NSG) as the nodal Natio…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Security_Guard
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The CAC 40 (French pronunciation: [kak kaʁɑ̃t]) (Cotation Assistée en Continu) is a benchmark French stock market index. The index represents a capitalization-weighted measure of the 40 most significa…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CAC_40
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Iveco Group N.V. is the holding company of Iveco S.p.A., an acronym for Industria Veicoli Commerciali or Industrial Vehicles Corporation,an Italian multinational transport vehicle manufacturing compan…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iveco
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“On-site visits and audits of high-risk Tier 1 suppliers and battery supply sites by 2030”
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The evidence mentions the 'Refactory' project for circular economy but does not mention the specific target of on-site visits and audits for high-risk Tier 1 suppliers by 2030.
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web search NEUTRAL — In 2021, Renault Group launches the Refactory project, aimed at transforming the Flins plant into the first industrial site in Europe dedicated to the circular economy of mobility.
https://www.renaultgroup.com/en/magazine/sustainable-develop…
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web search NEUTRAL — Videos you watch may be added to the TV's watch history and influence TV recommendations. To avoid this, cancel and sign in to YouTube on your computer.Inside Renault Group’s Transformation.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjpe-FourUgOLzzPu9qV4qg
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web search NEUTRAL — Both suppliers have proven track records in the hybrid sector. Sunwoda currently holds the largest market share for hybrid EV batteries in China, according to SNE Research, while CALB has seen rapid g…
https://carnewschina.com/2026/05/19/xiaomi-auto-to-launch-sk…
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“30% reduction in supplier CO₂ emissions for raw materials and components”
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The claim is reported by Procurementmag, but other web results discuss general CO2 reductions or other companies (Familia Torres), not specifically Renault's 30% supplier target.
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web search NEUTRAL — The Renault Group Sandouville plant has been ISO 50001 certified since 2023. In line with Renault Group’s energy policy and its own commitments, the Sandouville plant has defined an energy-saving prog…
https://www.renaultgroup.com/en/group/locations/sandouville-…
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web search NEUTRAL — Global emissions have increased rapidly over the last 50 years and have not yet peaked. If we want to stabilize (or even reduce) concentrations of CO2 in the atmosphere, the world needs to reach net-z…
https://ourworldindata.org/co2-and-greenhouse-gas-emissions
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web search NEUTRAL — Familia Torres has reduced its carbon emissions per bottle by 30% across the entire emissions scope – from vineyard to consumer – compared to 2008 levels, according to the company's 2019 carbon footpr…
https://www.torres.es/en/news/familia-torres-reaches-its-30-…
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“Over 30% circular economy materials per vehicle project”
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The claim is reported by Procurementmag, but other sources provide general company information without confirming the 30% circular materials target.
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web search NEUTRAL — It has manufactured trucks, tractors, tanks, buses / coaches, aircraft and aircraft engines, as well as autorail vehicles. Headquartered in Boulogne-Billancourt, a suburb of Paris, the Renault group i…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault
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web search NEUTRAL — Mar 10, 2026 · Welcome to the official website of Renault Group, the next gen automotive company.
https://www.renaultgroup.com/en/
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web search NEUTRAL — Bienvenue sur le site officiel de Renault France. Découvrez l'ensemble de la gamme : véhicules particuliers, électriques, hybrides et utilitaires.
https://www.renault.fr/?locale=en_us
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“Suppliers must disclose their carbon footprint using the Carbon Disclosure Project Supply Chain methodology.”
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Procurementmag states the requirement for CDP Supply Chain methodology, and Wikipedia/web results confirm that CDP is the standard organization for such disclosures.
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web search NEUTRAL — Disclose Data. CDP disclosure serves as a one-stop shop for understanding and disclosing according to relevant market and regulatory demands.CDP can support your environmental journey. Turning data in…
https://www.cdp.net/
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web search NEUTRAL — CDP (formerly the Carbon Disclosure Project) is an international non-profit organisation based in the United Kingdom, Japan, China, Germany, Brazil and the United States that helps companies, cities, …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carbon_Disclosure_Project
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web search NEUTRAL — Supply chain carbon footprinting and climate change disclosures of global firms. Production and Operations Management, 30(9), 3143–3160.(2018). Carbon disclosure project: Cascading commitments: Drivin…
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10551-022-05199-7
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“Materials represent between 10% and 40% of a vehicle's carbon footprint, depending on the powertrain.”
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The specific range of 10% to 40% is only mentioned in the Procurementmag cross-reference; other results are general carbon calculators.
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web search NEUTRAL — What is your Ecological Footprint? How many planets does it take to support your lifestyle? Take this free quiz to find out!
https://www.footprintcalculator.org/
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web search NEUTRAL — The Europe Vehicle Lightweighting Market encompasses various types, each playing a crucial role: Aluminum. Carbon Fibre.Recent mergers and acquisitions have reshaped the competitive landscape. Arcelor…
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/anticipated-growth-europe-veh…
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web search NEUTRAL — Calculate your carbon footprint for free with the UK's original and most trusted online calculator. Get an accurate measure of your emissions from home, travel, and more, and discover your path to Net…
https://www.carbonfootprint.com/calculator.aspx
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“The production accounts for one-third of an electric vehicle's total carbon footprint.”
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The claim that production accounts for one-third of an EV's footprint is only found in the Procurementmag reference; other results are general battery definitions.
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web search NEUTRAL — When a battery is connected to an external electric load, those negatively charged electrons flow through the circuit and reach the positive terminal, thus causing a redox reaction by attracting posit…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electric_battery
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web search NEUTRAL — Power your household devices and battery-operated appliances with our vast selection of alkaline batteries. Find traditional sizes, like AA, AAA, C, D, and 9 volt, as well as unique, harder-to-find op…
https://www.batteriesplus.com/battery
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web search NEUTRAL — Explore long-lasting batteries with extended shelf life. Get the power you need for everyday devices and tools.
https://www.amazon.com/battery/s?k=battery
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“The company has set a target to reduce its battery carbon footprint by 35% between 2019 and 2030.”
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The target to reduce battery carbon footprint by 35% between 2019 and 2030 is only reported by Procurementmag.
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cross reference SUPPORTS — Its target: reduce battery carbon footprint by 35% between 2019 and 2030.
https://procurementmag.com/news/renault-group-turning-suppli…
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“Sustainability LIVE: The Leadership Summit at London Climate Action Week, taking place at Code Node on 25 June 2026.”
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