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Cheminova A/S Sustainability Profile

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Cheminova A/S, a prominent player in the agrochemical industry, is headquartered in Denmark (DK) and operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Founded in 1938, the company has established itself as a leader in crop protection solutions, focusing on innovative products that enhance agricultural productivity while promoting sustainable practices. Cheminova's core offerings include a diverse range of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, distinguished by their efficacy and environmental safety. The company is recognised for its commitment to research and development, which has led to several key milestones in product innovation and market expansion. With a strong market position, Cheminova A/S continues to contribute significantly to global agriculture, ensuring farmers have access to effective and sustainable solutions.

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89

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Chemicals 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.

20

Industry Benchmark

Cheminova A/S's score of 89 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Cheminova A/S's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from FMC Corporation

Cheminova A/S, headquartered in Denmark (DK), currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. However, the company is part of a corporate family under FMC Corporation, which influences its climate commitments and initiatives. Cheminova A/S inherits its climate targets and performance metrics from FMC Corporation, which has established various sustainability initiatives. These include commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and participation in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). The SBTi targets and performance data are cascaded from FMC Corporation, reflecting a commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions across its operations. While specific reduction targets for Cheminova A/S are not detailed, the overarching goals set by FMC Corporation suggest a proactive approach to climate action. The company is aligned with industry standards and practices aimed at mitigating climate change impacts, although specific metrics and achievements at the subsidiary level remain unspecified. In summary, while Cheminova A/S does not provide direct emissions data, its climate commitments are shaped by its relationship with FMC Corporation, which actively engages in sustainability efforts and emissions reduction strategies.

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201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
83,040,000
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Scope 2
69,096,000
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Scope 3
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Cheminova A/S's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Cheminova A/S's primary industry is Chemicals nec, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Cheminova A/S's Location?

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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 Cheminova A/S is in DK, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Cheminova A/S's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Cheminova A/S's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 51% last year and decreased by approximately 64% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 78% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
78%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
9%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
6%
Waste Generated in Operations
3%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
2%
Capital Goods
<1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Upstream Leased Assets
<1%

Cheminova A/S'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.

Cheminova A/S 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.

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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