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Bunge

Bunge Limited, commonly referred to as Bunge, is a leading global agribusiness and food company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1818, Bunge has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America, South America, and Europe. The company operates primarily in the agribusiness sector, focusing on the processing and trading of oilseeds, grains, and other agricultural commodities. Bunge's core products include vegetable oils, protein meals, and specialty ingredients, which are distinguished by their commitment to quality and sustainability. With a rich history marked by significant milestones, Bunge has evolved into a market leader, recognised for its innovative supply chain solutions and robust distribution network. The company's dedication to responsible sourcing and environmental stewardship further solidifies its position as a trusted partner in the global food industry.

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46

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Food Product 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.

15

Industry Benchmark

Bunge's score of 46 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Bunge's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Bunge Limited reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 1,761,055,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 1,098,606,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 25% by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. Additionally, Bunge is targeting a 12.3% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions, which include emissions from purchased goods and services, upstream transportation and distribution, and fuel and energy-related activities, over the same timeframe. Bunge's commitment aligns with industry standards for climate action, as it aims to contribute to global efforts to limit temperature rise to well below 2°C. The company has made strides in transparency by disclosing its emissions data and reduction targets, reinforcing its dedication to sustainability in the agricultural production sector.

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20162017201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
1,663,890,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
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Scope 2
1,726,566,000
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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
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00,000,000,000
000,000,000,000
000,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Bunge's primary industry is Food products nec, which is medium 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. This request for Bunge is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Bunge is participating in some 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.

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

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