英国汽车协会-2021年英国汽车可持续发展报告（英）-2021-45页_3mb

2021 UK Automotive Sustainability Report Summary (2020 Data)

Core Content

This report outlines the performance and sustainability efforts of the UK automotive industry in 2020, highlighting the impact of the global pandemic, the progress made in environmental and social sustainability, and the challenges and opportunities for future growth and transformation.

Main Points

Commitment to Sustainability

• The automotive industry's dedication to sustainability has remained steadfast despite the challenges posed by the pandemic.
• The sector is transitioning to net zero emissions, with all signatories committed to achieving this by 2050, with many expecting to do so earlier.
• The end of sales for conventional new petrol and diesel cars is confirmed for 2030, with a consultation ongoing for similar targets for heavy goods vehicles.

Environmental Performance

• Production Inputs:
  • Energy used per vehicle produced increased by 11.2% in 2020 compared to 2019, but decreased by 14.2% compared to 1999.
  • Water use per vehicle produced increased by 8.3% in 2020 compared to 2019, but decreased by 36.8% compared to 1999.
• Material Outputs:
  • CO2 emissions per vehicle produced increased by 5.7% in 2020 compared to 2019, but decreased by 36.5% compared to 1999.
  • Waste to landfill per vehicle produced increased by 19.9% in 2020 compared to 2019, but decreased by 98.2% compared to 1999.
• Vehicle Use:
  • Average new car CO2 emissions decreased by 11.8% in 2020 compared to 2019, and by 37.7% compared to 1999.
• Electric Vehicles:
  • Electric vehicles (EVs) accounted for over 10% of new car registrations in 2020, contributing to the overall reduction in CO2 emissions.

Social Performance

• Employment:
  • Sectoral manufacturing jobs decreased by 10% in 2020, while signatories reported a 6.9% decline.
  • Employee accidents decreased by 5%, and training days per employee dropped by 50.2%.
• Workforce Diversity:
  • The proportion of women in the workforce increased by 2%, reaching 12.3%.
  • There is a need for greater diversity and inclusion, with all signatories committed to improvement in this area.
• Community Impact:
  • The industry supported the NHS and local communities during the pandemic by repurposing production lines to manufacture PPE and ventilators.
  • Over £8.9 million was donated to charities, with more than 83,000 hours of employee time contributed to local causes.
  • Companies also donated over 130,000 PPE items and surplus IT equipment to support education and community needs.

Economic Performance

• Production:
  • Total new car and CV production dropped by 28.5% in 2020 compared to 2019, and by 45.6% compared to 2018.
  • Signatories' combined turnover decreased by 10.4% in 2020 compared to 2019, but increased by 205% compared to 1999.
• R&D Investment:
  • Expenditure on business R&D decreased by 14.7% in 2020 compared to 2019, but increased by 235.6% compared to 2018.
• Market Share:
  • Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) accounted for 6.6% of the market share in 2020.
  • Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) made up 90% of the models offered in the market.

Key Recommendations for Government

1. Ensure UK Skills and Training Underpin the Transition to Green Jobs
2. Maximise the Opportunity to Deliver Net Zero Transport
3. Support Sustainable Automotive Supply Chains and Sub-Sectors
4. Ensure Growth in Charging and Refuelling Infrastructure Matches the Ambition of the Automotive Sector
5. Empower Consumers to Make Zero Emission Their First Choice

Key Statistics

Case Studies

• Michelin Scotland Innovation Parc (MSIP): Created to support sustainable mobility and decarbonisation, MSIP has already secured its first tenant and is set to create over 800 jobs in the region.
• Aston Martin Providing PPE to NHS Workers: Collaborated with Multimatic to produce PPE and utilise its facilities to support the NHS during the pandemic.
• Ford Manufacturing Ventilators for NHS: Repurposed a warehouse into a production facility to meet the urgent need for ventilators during the pandemic.
• Toyota Motor Manufacturing UK Supporting Vaccination Centres: Assisted local GP practices in setting up a vaccination centre, optimising patient flow and safety.

Future Challenges and Opportunities

• The industry faces the challenge of upskilling and reskilling its workforce to meet the demands of electrification and digital transformation.
• A comprehensive long-term skills and retraining strategy is needed to ensure the workforce is equipped for the future.
• The development of gigafactories and the expansion of the supply chain will be critical for the UK's transition to electric vehicles and achieving net zero targets.
• There is a need for more flexible apprenticeship systems and greater investment in skills development programs such as the Emerging Skills Project and the Faraday Battery Challenge.