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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.
+9 vs industry average
Andersons’s score of 26 is higher than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Food Product Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
The Food Product Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 22% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Andersons, a US-based food products company, reported total Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions of about 856.8 million kg CO2e in 2024. This figure comprises approximately 717.7 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 138.2 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 0.88 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In 2023, their total emissions were approximately 870.4 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 722.6 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 147.8 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 0.85 million kg CO2e. Looking back to 2022, Andersons' total emissions were around 955.2 million kg CO2e, consisting of approximately 794.4 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 160.3 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 0.49 million kg CO2e from Scope 3. In 2021, their total emissions were about 694.3 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 531.3 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 162.6 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 0.39 million kg CO2e.
Andersons is committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2045, with this long-term target commencing in 2023 and covering all scopes of emissions. The company's near-term Science Based Target initiative (SBTi) commitment was removed as of May 2024, after having been previously committed. All reported emissions data and climate commitments are directly from The Andersons, Inc., and are not cascaded from a parent or related organisation.
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
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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No scope 3 category breakdown has been disclosed yet.


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