Ceres Sustainability Profile
Ceres, Inc., commonly referred to as Ceres, is a leading agricultural biotechnology company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1996, Ceres focuses on developing innovative solutions to enhance crop productivity and sustainability, primarily in the fields of bioenergy and agriculture. With significant operations across North America and partnerships globally, the company has made notable strides in harnessing advanced plant genetics and biotechnology. Ceres offers a range of core products and services, including proprietary seed traits and advanced breeding techniques that set them apart in the industry. Their commitment to improving crop resilience and yield has positioned them as a key player in the agricultural sector. With a strong emphasis on sustainability, Ceres continues to achieve milestones that contribute to a more efficient and environmentally friendly agricultural landscape.
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Ceres's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Ceres reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,102,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and Scope 2 sources, with Scope 1 emissions at about 541,000 kg CO2e and market-based Scope 2 emissions at approximately 561,000 kg CO2e. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions from business travel were reported at about 20,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, Ceres's emissions were slightly lower, with Scope 1 emissions at about 510,000 kg CO2e, market-based Scope 2 emissions at approximately 535,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions from business travel at about 25,000 kg CO2e. Ceres has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor does it appear to have cascaded data from a parent organisation. The company is committed to transparency in its emissions reporting, but currently lacks formal climate pledges or targets from initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Overall, Ceres's emissions data reflects a commitment to monitoring and reporting, although further details on reduction strategies and climate commitments are not available at this time.
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| 2019 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
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Ceres's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Ceres's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 20% last year and increased by approximately 18% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 2% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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Ceres's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Ceres has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
