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Cargill

Cargill Australia Pty Ltd, a subsidiary of the global Cargill Inc., is a leading player in the agribusiness and food production industry. Headquartered in Australia, Cargill operates extensively across the Asia-Pacific region, focusing on key areas such as agriculture, animal nutrition, and food ingredients. Founded in 1865, Cargill has achieved significant milestones, including innovations in sustainable farming practices and advancements in food safety. Cargill's core offerings include high-quality grains, protein products, and customised feed solutions, distinguished by their commitment to sustainability and traceability. With a strong market position, Cargill is recognised for its contributions to food security and its role in supporting local communities. The company continues to lead the way in responsible sourcing and innovative agricultural practices, making it a trusted partner in the global food supply chain.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Cargill'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.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Services Auxiliary to Financial Intermediation 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Cargill's score of 17 is lower than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Cargill's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Cargill reported total Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 13,972,123,000 kg CO2e globally. This figure reflects the company's ongoing commitment to addressing its carbon footprint. Notably, in the same year, Cargill's emissions in Cuba were about 107,024,000 kg CO2e, while emissions in Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay were approximately 8,387,441,000 kg CO2e, 4,646,974,000 kg CO2e, and 830,683,000 kg CO2e, respectively. Cargill has set a significant target to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 10% from a 2017 baseline by 2025. This commitment underscores the company's proactive approach to climate action and aligns with industry standards for greenhouse gas reduction. The company aims to achieve this reduction through various initiatives and operational improvements, demonstrating its dedication to sustainability and environmental responsibility.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Cargill's primary industry is Services auxiliary to financial intermediation (67), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Cargill is in AU, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Cargill 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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