Copersucar
Copersucar, officially known as Cooperativa de Produtores de Cana-de-Açúcar, is a leading player in the sugar and ethanol industry, headquartered in Brazil. Established in 1959, the cooperative has grown to become one of the largest sugar and ethanol producers in the world, with significant operations across key regions in Brazil, particularly in São Paulo and Minas Gerais. The company focuses on the production and marketing of sugar, ethanol, and bioenergy, leveraging advanced technology and sustainable practices. Copersucar is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, the cooperative has achieved notable milestones, including strategic partnerships and expansions that enhance its global reach and operational efficiency.
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Copersucar's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Copersucar reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,723,717,500 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 150,820 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 629,630 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 2,722,937,050 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, the company’s total emissions were about 68,879,530 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 147,180 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions around 689,040 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions contributing about 68,043,310 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, there are currently no publicly disclosed reduction targets or climate pledges from Copersucar. The company has not specified any initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other reduction commitments. As a major player in the sugar and ethanol industry, Copersucar's emissions profile reflects the broader challenges faced by the sector in addressing climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
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Copersucar 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.
