American Crystal Sugar Company
American Crystal Sugar Company, often referred to as Crystal Sugar, is a leading player in the sugar industry, headquartered in the United States. Established in 1899, the company has grown significantly, with major operational regions spanning Minnesota, North Dakota, and Idaho. Specialising in the production of high-quality sugar from sugar beets, American Crystal Sugar is renowned for its commitment to sustainable farming practices and innovative processing techniques. The company’s core products include granulated sugar, liquid sugar, and specialty sugar products, all distinguished by their exceptional purity and flavour. With a strong market position, American Crystal Sugar Company has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in agricultural technology and a robust supply chain. As a cooperative, it stands out for its dedication to supporting local farmers and contributing to the agricultural economy.
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American Crystal Sugar Company's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, American Crystal Sugar Company reported significant carbon emissions totalling approximately 4,882,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 2,041,374,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 1,267,505,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 555,163,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Comparatively, in 2022, the company emitted about 4,020,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,770,929,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 1,157,351,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 529,634,000 kg CO2e. This indicates an increase in total emissions year-on-year. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or initiatives disclosed, American Crystal Sugar Company continues to monitor and report its emissions across all three scopes, demonstrating a commitment to transparency in its climate impact. The company has not set formal reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, which may reflect the broader industry context of sugar production and its associated emissions. Overall, while American Crystal Sugar Company has made strides in emissions reporting, further commitments to reduction targets could enhance its climate strategy and align with global sustainability goals.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,387,785,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 880,598,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 408,095,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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American Crystal Sugar Company 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.
