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Adm

Archer Daniels Midland Company, commonly known as ADM, is a global leader in the agricultural processing industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1902, ADM has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. The company is renowned for its diverse range of products and services, which encompass food ingredients, animal nutrition, and biofuels, setting it apart through its commitment to sustainability and innovation. With a rich history marked by significant milestones, ADM has evolved into a major player in the market, recognised for its extensive supply chain and processing capabilities. The company’s core offerings, such as plant-based proteins and specialty ingredients, cater to the growing demand for healthier and more sustainable food options. ADM's strategic position in the industry is underscored by its dedication to quality and efficiency, making it a trusted partner for customers worldwide.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Adm's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

55

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

Adm's score of 55 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

99%

Adm's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 122,100,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 12,600,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2,030,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions accounted for about 107,500,000,000 kg CO2e. ADM has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 25% from a 2019 baseline by 2035. The company also targets a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions, using a 2021 baseline for this goal. Furthermore, ADM aspires to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 at the latest. Over recent years, ADM has demonstrated a commitment to sustainability, with emissions from Scope 1 and 2 showing a decrease from approximately 16,438,000,000 kg CO2e in 2019 to about 14,100,000,000 kg CO2e in 2023. This reflects a proactive approach to reducing greenhouse gas emissions in line with industry standards and climate terminology.

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Scope 1
14,244,000,000
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00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
Scope 2
3,952,000,000
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 3
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-
-
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
000,000,000,000
000,000,000,000
000,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Adm'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. Adm 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.

Adm is committed to some 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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