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Cf Industries

CF Industries Holdings, Inc., commonly known as CF Industries, is a leading global manufacturer of nitrogen and phosphate fertilisers, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1946, the company has established a strong presence in key agricultural regions across North America and the UK, playing a vital role in enhancing crop yields and supporting sustainable farming practices. CF Industries is renowned for its innovative production processes and high-quality fertiliser products, including urea, ammonium nitrate, and ammonium phosphate. The company’s commitment to sustainability and efficiency has positioned it as a market leader in the fertiliser industry, with notable achievements in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and optimising resource use. With a robust portfolio and a focus on customer needs, CF Industries continues to drive advancements in agricultural productivity.

DitchCarbon Score

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31

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Furniture Manufacturing 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Cf Industries's score of 31 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Cf Industries's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, CF Industries reported total carbon emissions of approximately 17,800,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 707,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 45,680,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting, covering all three scopes of greenhouse gas emissions. Over the years, CF Industries has demonstrated a focus on reducing its carbon footprint. For instance, in 2022, the company recorded Scope 1 emissions of about 17,700,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of 711,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight decrease in emissions compared to previous years. The company has also reported a Scope 1 GHG emissions intensity of 1,900 kg CO2e per tonne of ammonia produced in 2023, showcasing their efforts to improve efficiency in production. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed, CF Industries remains committed to addressing climate change through its operational practices. The company’s emissions data highlights the significant role of Scope 3 emissions, which are primarily associated with the use of sold products, indicating a broader impact on the environment beyond direct operations. Overall, CF Industries is actively engaged in monitoring and reporting its carbon emissions, reflecting an awareness of its environmental responsibilities within the chemical manufacturing industry.

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Scope 1
18,600,000,000
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00,000,000,000
Scope 2
897,000,000
000,000,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
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00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Cf Industries's primary industry is Furniture; other manufactured goods n.e.c. (36), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Cf Industries is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Cf Industries 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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