Toyota Releases 2025 North American Environmental Sustainability Report

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Toyota (NYSE:TM) published its 2025 North American Environmental Sustainability Report on December 3, 2025, summarizing progress across Carbon, Circular Economy, Water and Biodiversity in the U.S., Canada and Mexico.

Key disclosed results include 83% of Toyota and Lexus models offered with an electrified option, a 32% reduction in Scope 1 & 2 GHG vs FY2019, >75% cut in on-site single-use plastics, 15% water consumption decline in FY2025 vs FY2024 (40% vs FY2020), and an added 6,185 acres of pollinator habitat (20,616 acres total since 2022).

Positive

• 83% of Toyota and Lexus models have an electrified option
• 32% reduction in Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions vs FY2019
• On-site single-use plastics reduced by >75%, meeting five-year target
• Water consumption down 15% in FY2025 vs FY2024 (40% vs FY2020)
• Added 6,185 acres pollinator habitat in FY2025 (20,616 acres since 2022)

Negative

• None.

• Highlights Investment in Multi-Pathway Approach to Work Toward Carbon Neutrality Goal
• Details on Upstream and Downstream Approach in Four Focus Areas
• Near- and Mid-Term Milestones to Advance Toyota's Environmental Challenge 2050

PLANO, Texas, Dec. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Toyota Motor North America announces the publication of its 2025 North American Environmental Sustainability Report (the "Report"), an annual report highlighting company initiatives across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

"In North America, we focus on creating a positive impact on both society and the planet," said Tim Hilgeman, senior director of environmental sustainability, Toyota Motor North America. "During fiscal year 2025, Toyota celebrated many environmental achievements, including key targets set in the reduction of single-use plastics and increased dealer participation in sustainability programs. We are looking forward to the continued momentum on the targets set for each of the environmental focus areas."

The Report outlines Toyota's environmental strategy, while highlighting the company's advancements in its four priority areas—Carbon, Circular Economy, Water and Biodiversity. The Report also presents data in an organized environmental metrics table and includes a Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) context index with disclosures aligned with GRI standards.

Highlights found in this year's Report include:

Carbon

• 83% of Toyota and Lexus models available for purchase or lease in North America now have an electrified option, and more are on the way. Explore Toyota's electrified lineup here.
• 32% reduction in Scope 1 & 2 (operations-related) greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions vs. FY2019.
• At the end of FY2025, 114 dealerships participated in our dealer engagement program which helps dealers improve their environmental performance. Through the end of the fiscal year, participating dealers have reduced their use of electricity from non-renewable sources by 20%.

Circular Economy

• Reduced single-use plastics at on-site food service by over 75% as of FY2025, meaning the five-year target has been met.
• Reduced the use of single-use packaging materials by almost 31% compared to FY2018, which is above the five-year target of 25%.
• See our story, What Goes Around, Comes Around: How Recycled Aluminum Plays a Key Role at Toyota, for an example of how Toyota recycles.

Water

• Achieved a 6.7% decrease in the current year for the number of gallons of water withdrawn per vehicle manufactured when compared to FY2021.
• Water consumption decreased 15% in FY2025 compared to FY2024, and 40% compared to FY2020.
• To learn more about saving fresh water and protecting water ecosystems, visit our Commitment to Water Stewardship.

Biodiversity

• An added 6,185 acres of pollinator habitat were developed in FY2025 through collaboration with Pollinator Partnership (P2) and the National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF). This brings the total number of acres to 20,616 since 2022. For more information, see our story on Toyota's Commitment to Enhancing Pollinator Habitat.
• Conservation programs at 17 of our sites covering over 640 acres have achieved Wildlife Habitat Council (WHC) Conservation Certification, a voluntary certification standard.
• Top 10 facilities with high overall biodiversity significance scores were identified using the Integrated Biodiversity Assessment (IBAT) tool.

To stay informed about the progress of ongoing projects and for real-time updates or feature stories, visit Toyota's Environment Sustainability website. The site offers a comprehensive view of agreements, announcements, and initiatives, highlighting the dynamic nature of Toyota's environmental sustainability journey.

LOOKING AHEAD
Toyota remains deeply committed to its global vision of sustainability and continues to pursue initiatives with the mindset to reduce our environmental footprint while creating a positive impact on both society and the planet.

"Toyota has an unwavering commitment to sustainability," said Sandra Phillips, chief sustainability officer, Toyota Motor North America. "This includes the great progress embodied in our latest Environmental Report, and more broadly how we develop our people, invest in our communities, and create accessible products for our customers."

Building on the foundation laid in previous years, our North American team has worked closely across divisions to develop targets for our 8^th Environmental Action Plan which goes into action during fiscal year 2027. This plan focuses on three critical areas: striving to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, contributing to the establishment of a circular economy, and participating in nature-positive activities.

To view the complete Report, visit Toyota's Environmental Sustainability Website.

About Toyota

Toyota (NYSE:TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in North America for nearly 70 years, and is committed to advancing sustainable, next-generation mobility through our Toyota and Lexus brands, plus our more than 1,800 dealerships.

Toyota directly employs nearly 64,000 people in North America who have contributed to the design, engineering, and assembly of nearly 49 million cars and trucks at our 14 manufacturing plants. In 2025, Toyota's plant in North Carolina began to assemble automotive batteries for electrified vehicles.

For more information about Toyota, visit www.ToyotaNewsroom.com.

Media Contacts:
Amanda Roark
amanda.roark@toyota.com

Olivia Boisineau-Beckett
olivia.boisineau-beckett@toyota.com

 

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FAQ

What carbon progress did Toyota (TM) report in the 2025 North American sustainability report?

Toyota reported a 32% reduction in Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions versus FY2019 and 83% of models with electrified options.

How much did Toyota reduce single-use plastics in FY2025 according to the 2025 report (TM)?

Toyota reduced on-site food-service single-use plastics by more than 75%, meeting its five-year target.

What water-use improvements did Toyota (TM) disclose in the 2025 North American report?

The report shows water consumption decreased 15% in FY2025 versus FY2024 and 40% versus FY2020; gallons withdrawn per vehicle fell 6.7% vs FY2021.

How much pollinator habitat did Toyota add in FY2025 according to the 2025 report (TM)?

Toyota added 6,185 acres of pollinator habitat in FY2025, bringing the total to 20,616 acres since 2022.

How many dealerships participate in Toyota's environmental dealer program as of FY2025 (TM)?

At the end of FY2025, 114 dealerships participated in the dealer engagement program, reducing non-renewable electricity use by 20% among participants.

Does the 2025 North American sustainability report mention Toyota production of EV batteries in 2025 (TM)?

Yes — the report notes Toyota's plant in North Carolina began assembling automotive batteries for electrified vehicles in 2025.