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COFCO Corporation

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COFCO Corporation, also known as China National Cereals, Oils and Foodstuffs Corporation, is a leading player in the global agribusiness sector, headquartered in Beijing, China. Established in 1949, COFCO has evolved into a comprehensive enterprise with significant operations across Asia, Europe, and the Americas, focusing on the production, processing, and trading of agricultural products. The company’s core business areas include grain and oilseed processing, food production, and logistics services, with a commitment to quality and sustainability that sets it apart in the industry. COFCO is renowned for its diverse range of products, including edible oils, grains, and packaged foods, which cater to both domestic and international markets. With a strong market position, COFCO has achieved notable milestones, including strategic acquisitions and partnerships that enhance its global footprint. The corporation continues to innovate and expand, reinforcing its status as a key player in the agribusiness landscape.

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13

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Pre-Prepared Foods 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.

9

Industry Benchmark

COFCO Corporation's score of 13 is lower than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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COFCO Corporation's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, COFCO Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,019,000 kg CO2e, a slight increase from about 969,000 kg CO2e in 2023. These figures encompass Scope 1 and 2 emissions, indicating direct and indirect emissions from owned or controlled sources. The company has set near-term climate commitments targeting emissions reductions in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2025. Specific actions are planned to address these emissions, although the overall reduction percentage has not been disclosed. COFCO Corporation's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that these figures are independently reported. The company is actively working towards its climate goals, reflecting a commitment to sustainability in the agricultural and food production sectors.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. COFCO Corporation's primary industry is Prepared/preserved foods, which is high 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 COFCO Corporation is in CN, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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COFCO Corporation 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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