Cf Industries Sustainability Profile
CF Industries Holdings, Inc., commonly known as CF Industries, is a leading global manufacturer of nitrogen and phosphate fertilisers, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1946, the company has established a strong presence in key agricultural regions across North America and the UK, playing a vital role in enhancing crop yields and supporting sustainable farming practices. CF Industries is renowned for its innovative production processes and high-quality fertiliser products, including urea, ammonium nitrate, and ammonium phosphate. The company’s commitment to sustainability and efficiency has positioned it as a market leader in the fertiliser industry, with notable achievements in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and optimising resource use. With a robust portfolio and a focus on customer needs, CF Industries continues to drive advancements in agricultural productivity.
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Cf Industries's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, CF Industries reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 18,800,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 646,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 44,300,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This represents a slight decrease in Scope 3 emissions from 2023, where total emissions were about 45,680,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 25% reduction in total Scope 1 CO2 equivalent emissions per ton of product by 2030, using 2015 as the baseline year. Additionally, CF Industries is committed to achieving net-zero Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The company has demonstrated progress in emissions intensity, achieving a 30% reduction in emissions per metric ton of product manufactured from 2012 to 2017. This commitment to sustainability is further supported by their adherence to industry standards and initiatives, including those set by CF Industries Holdings, Inc. Overall, CF Industries is actively working towards significant emissions reductions while maintaining transparency in its reporting and commitments.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 15,400,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 9,031,622,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Cf Industries's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Cf Industries's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 3% last year and decreased by approximately 10% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 69% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 84% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Cf Industries'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.
Cf Industries 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.
