Andersons
Andersons, officially known as Andersons Inc., is a prominent player in the food products nec industry, headquartered in the United States. Established in 1947, the company has grown significantly, with major operations across the Midwest and beyond. Andersons is renowned for its diverse range of products, including grain handling, agronomy services, and retail offerings, which set it apart in a competitive market.
With a commitment to quality and innovation, Andersons has achieved notable milestones, including expansions into new markets and the development of sustainable practices. The company’s unique approach to food products and services has solidified its position as a trusted partner in the agricultural sector, making it a key contributor to the food supply chain in the US.
+7 vs industry average
Andersons’s score of 24 is higher than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Food Product Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Food Product Manufacturing industry has increased its overall emissions by 9% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Andersons's reported carbon emissions
The Andersons, Inc., headquartered in the US and operating in the Food products nec industry, has reported its carbon emissions across Scope 1, 2, and 3. For the reporting year 2024, The Andersons reported total emissions of approximately 856.8 million kg CO2e. This comprised Scope 1 emissions of about 717.7 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 138.2 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for this period were around 882,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the company's total emissions were approximately 871.3 million kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions stood at about 722.6 million kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions at roughly 147.8 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were approximately 854,000 kg CO2e. The Andersons reported total emissions of about 954.7 million kg CO2e for 2022, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 794.4 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at roughly 160.3 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2022 were around 492,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, the company's total emissions were approximately 693.9 million kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of about 531.3 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 162.6 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2021 were around 393,000 kg CO2e. The Andersons has set a long-term goal to be Net Zero by 2045, marking the start of its decarbonisation journey in 2023. While specific reduction targets for individual scopes are not detailed, the company is committed to this net-zero ambition. Information from SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) indicates that the company had a near-term target commitment, which has since been removed, and its long-term target status is noted as expired. The company has also previously indicated no commitment to 1.5°C pathways or net-zero year commitments as of May 2024.
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Andersons’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
1 goal2045
We are starting our journey to be Net Zero by 2045
We are starting our journey to be Net Zero by 2045
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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