Kernel
Kernel, officially known as Kernel LLC, is a prominent player in the agricultural technology sector, headquartered in Ukraine (UA). Founded in 1994, the company has established itself as a leader in grain and oilseed production, processing, and export, with significant operations across Eastern Europe and beyond. Kernel's core offerings include high-quality agricultural products, such as sunflower oil and grains, distinguished by their commitment to sustainability and innovation. The company has achieved notable milestones, including becoming one of the largest sunflower oil producers globally, which solidifies its market position. With a focus on modern farming techniques and efficient supply chain management, Kernel continues to drive advancements in the agribusiness industry, making it a key player in the global market.
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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Vegetable Oil Production industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
Kernel's score of 33 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Kernel's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Kernel, headquartered in Ukraine (UA), reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,476,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 279,600,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 136,700,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 1,475,300,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has shown a commitment to sustainability, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. Over the years, Kernel's emissions have fluctuated, with significant emissions recorded in previous years, such as 4,860,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021, which included 1,025,900,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 87,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has not established formal reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other frameworks, indicating a potential area for future commitment. Kernel's emissions intensity per ton of sunflower seeds processed is approximately 29,200 kg CO2e, while for grain grown, it is about 330,000 kg CO2e. These figures highlight the environmental impact of their operations and the importance of addressing carbon emissions in the agricultural sector. As the company continues to evolve, further transparency regarding their climate commitments and reduction strategies will be essential for stakeholders and the environment.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 662,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 73,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Kernel 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.
