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American Vanguard Corporation

American Vanguard Corporation, often referred to as AVD, is a prominent player in the agricultural and specialty chemicals industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1969, the company has established a strong presence across North America and internationally, focusing on crop protection and soil health solutions. With a diverse portfolio that includes insecticides, herbicides, and fungicides, American Vanguard is recognised for its commitment to innovation and sustainability. The company’s unique formulations and advanced technologies set it apart in a competitive market, enabling farmers to enhance productivity while minimising environmental impact. Over the years, American Vanguard has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its market position as a trusted provider of agricultural solutions. Its dedication to research and development continues to drive growth and reinforce its reputation as a leader in the industry.

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How does American Vanguard Corporation'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.

25

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Salt and Mineral Mining 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.

20

Industry Benchmark

American Vanguard Corporation's score of 25 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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American Vanguard Corporation's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, American Vanguard Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11,400,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 and about 7,700,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, resulting in a combined total of around 19,200,000 kg CO2e. This marks a reduction from 2022, where emissions were approximately 9,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 and about 5,600,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, totalling around 14,600,000 kg CO2e. The company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. The reported GHG intensity for 2023 was approximately 250.0 metric tons CO2e per metric ton of product, indicating a slight increase from 2022's figure of about 160.0 metric tons CO2e per metric ton of product. American Vanguard's emissions data reflects a focus on managing Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, with no reported data for Scope 3 emissions. The company continues to engage in efforts to improve its energy efficiency and reduce its overall environmental impact, aligning with industry standards for climate responsibility.

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Scope 1
2,900,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
10,800,000
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0,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. American Vanguard Corporation's primary industry is Chemical and fertilizer minerals, salt and other mining and quarrying products n.e.c., 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. This request for American Vanguard Corporation is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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American Vanguard Corporation 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.

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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