Materiality Matrix
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Ratings of control or influence reflect Ford's contribution to an issue through its operations and product offerings. Factors that can reduce Ford's control or influence include, among other things, technology limitations, costs and consumer demand.
High Current or Potential Impact on Company
High Concern to Stakeholders
Fuel Economy
Definition of issue
Global issue, but particular focus on Ford U.S. fleet.
Comments
Increasing concern to many stakeholders because of high/volatile fuel prices; energy security concerns.
Trend from previous analysis
Remains high importance
Level of control or influence
High
More information
- Fuel Economy and Greenhouse Gas Emissions
- Environment: Progress and Data
- Design for Fuel Efficiency
- Delivering More Fuel-Efficient Vehicles
- Letter from Alan R. Mulally
- Climate Change Emissions and Stabilization
- Climate Change Risks and Opportunities
- Blueprint for Sustainability
- Sustainable Technologies and Alternative Fuels Plan