Yara
Yara International ASA, commonly known as Yara, is a leading global fertiliser company headquartered in Norway. Established in 1905, Yara has grown to become a key player in the agricultural sector, with significant operations across Europe, North America, South America, and Asia. The company focuses on providing innovative solutions in crop nutrition, including nitrogen-based fertilisers and precision farming technologies. Yara's commitment to sustainability sets it apart in the industry, as it strives to enhance agricultural productivity while minimising environmental impact. With a strong market position, Yara has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in digital farming and a robust portfolio of products designed to optimise crop yields. As a trusted partner for farmers worldwide, Yara continues to lead the way in sustainable agriculture practices.
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Yara's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Yara International ASA reported total carbon emissions of approximately 58,400,000,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 14,400,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,100,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions of around 42,800,000,000 kg CO2e, with the majority stemming from the use of sold products (30,500,000,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (10,000,000,000 kg CO2e). Yara has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for climate neutrality by 2050. In the near term, the company targets a 10% reduction in carbon intensity (measured in tonnes CO2e per tonne of nitrogen fertiliser produced) by 2025, using 2018 as a baseline. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, Yara's Sluiskil facility is projected to reduce its annual CO2 emissions by 800,000 tonnes from 2026 onwards, contributing to the company's broader decarbonisation strategy. The establishment of a dedicated business unit for decarbonisation further underscores Yara's commitment to achieving low- or no-emission solutions while maintaining profitability. Overall, Yara's emissions data and climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to addressing climate change within the chemicals sector, with a focus on both immediate and long-term sustainability goals.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 14,700,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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