PGG Wrightson
PGG Wrightson Limited, headquartered in New Zealand, is a leading agribusiness company with a rich history dating back to 1851. Operating primarily in the agricultural sector, PGG Wrightson provides a comprehensive range of services and products, including seed, fertiliser, and livestock solutions, tailored to meet the diverse needs of farmers across the country. With a strong presence in key agricultural regions, the company has established itself as a trusted partner in New Zealand's farming community. PGG Wrightson is renowned for its innovative approach to agronomy and its commitment to sustainability, ensuring that its offerings not only enhance productivity but also support environmental stewardship. As a market leader, PGG Wrightson continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its position as a cornerstone of New Zealand's agricultural landscape.
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PGG Wrightson's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, PGG Wrightson reported total carbon emissions of approximately 458,000 kg CO2e, comprising 81,000 kg CO2e from mobile combustion, 79,000 kg CO2e from fugitive emissions, and 36,000 kg CO2e from stationary combustion (all classified under Scope 1). Additionally, the company disclosed 377,000 kg CO2e under Scope 2 emissions, specifically from location-based electricity consumption. In 2023, the company recorded about 6,626,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions, with 6,404,000 kg CO2e from mobile combustion, 212,000 kg CO2e from fugitive emissions, and 21,000 kg CO2e from stationary combustion. Notably, PGG Wrightson has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Despite the significant emissions reported, PGG Wrightson has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor have they committed to any climate pledges or SBTi targets. The absence of reduction initiatives indicates a potential area for improvement in their climate strategy. Overall, PGG Wrightson's emissions data reflects their operational impact, and the lack of defined reduction commitments suggests an opportunity for the company to enhance its sustainability efforts in the future.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 7,196,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 623,000 | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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PGG Wrightson is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
