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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Copersucar's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Copersucar's score of 13 is higher than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Copersucar's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Copersucar reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,723,717,500 kg CO2e. This figure includes 150,820 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 629,630 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 2,722,937,050 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In 2022, the company’s total emissions were about 68,879,530 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 147,180 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 689,040 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions accounting for 68,043,310 kg CO2e. Despite the substantial emissions reported, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed by Copersucar. The company has not outlined any initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other formal reduction commitments. Overall, Copersucar's emissions profile highlights the significant impact of Scope 3 emissions, which dominate their total carbon footprint, indicating a need for comprehensive strategies to address these upstream and downstream emissions in their operations.
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Copersucar 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.
