Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC), a prominent player in the global agribusiness sector, is headquartered in the Netherlands (NL). Founded in 1851, LDC has evolved into a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods, with significant operations across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. The company focuses on key business areas such as trading, logistics, and processing of commodities, including grains, oilseeds, and coffee. LDC is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, which sets its products apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, Louis Dreyfus Company has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in supply chain efficiency and a robust network of partnerships. Its dedication to responsible sourcing and quality assurance further solidifies its reputation as a trusted name in the agribusiness industry.
How does Louis Dreyfus's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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In 2023, Louis Dreyfus Company reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,259,160,000 kg CO2e, comprising 776,529,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 482,832,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has shown a commitment to transparency in its emissions reporting, disclosing data for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. In 2022, the total emissions were similar, with Scope 1 emissions at 776,529,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 443,921,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a consistent level of emissions in recent years, with a slight increase in Scope 2 emissions in 2023. Louis Dreyfus has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as per the latest data, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests that while the company is actively reporting its emissions, it may not yet have formalised strategies for significant emissions reduction. Overall, Louis Dreyfus's emissions data reflects a substantial carbon footprint, with a need for enhanced climate action and commitment to reduction targets to align with industry standards and expectations.
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2018 | 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 2,370,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 43.43 | 00.00 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 78 | 00.00 | 000 | - | - |
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Louis Dreyfus is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.