Ceres
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 2022, Ceres reported total carbon emissions of approximately 428,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions accounted for about 411,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were approximately 1,226,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were relatively minor, at about 17,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2021, Ceres's total emissions were around 410,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 398,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 1,164,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2020, saw total emissions of about 1,243,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of approximately 368,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 1,143,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Ceres has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or any formal climate pledges. The absence of defined reduction strategies suggests a need for enhanced climate commitments in line with industry standards.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 368,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,143,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 14,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
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Ceres is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
