Cargill
Cargill, Incorporated, a global leader in the agribusiness sector, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1865, Cargill has evolved into a diversified multinational corporation, focusing on food production, agriculture, and nutrition. The company’s core offerings include grain trading, animal nutrition, and food ingredients, distinguished by their commitment to sustainability and innovation. Cargill's market position is bolstered by its extensive supply chain and a strong emphasis on quality, making it a trusted partner for farmers and food manufacturers alike. With a rich history of milestones, Cargill continues to shape the future of food and agriculture, driving advancements that benefit both the industry and consumers globally.
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Cargill's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Cargill reported total Scope 1 emissions of approximately 6,390,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, their emissions included 6,394,038,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 3,751,339,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions, notably 172,832,979,000 kg CO2e for purchased goods and services. Cargill has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by at least 10% by 2025, using a 2017 baseline. Additionally, they target a 30% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per ton of product sold by 2030. Cargill's progress is notable, having exceeded their 10% reduction goal with a reported 15.8% decrease in emissions from operations as of 2023. They are committed to achieving net zero emissions for Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2050. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect their commitment to sustainable practices in the food and beverage processing sector.
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| 2017 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 7,289,057,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,765,719,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | 168,084,620,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | - |
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