Corteva Agriscience
Corteva Agriscience, a leading global agricultural company headquartered in the United States, was established in 2019 following the spin-off from DowDuPont. With a strong presence in North America, South America, and Europe, Corteva focuses on providing innovative solutions in the agriculture sector. The company excels in crop protection, seed technology, and digital agriculture, offering a diverse range of products that enhance productivity and sustainability. Corteva's unique approach combines advanced research and development with a commitment to environmental stewardship, positioning it as a key player in the industry. Notable achievements include the launch of cutting-edge seed varieties and crop protection products that cater to the evolving needs of farmers worldwide. As a trusted partner in agriculture, Corteva continues to drive progress and innovation, ensuring food security for future generations.
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Corteva Agriscience's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Corteva Agriscience reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,190,199,900 kg CO2e, comprising 370,453,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 561,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 5,298,746,900 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions compared to 2022, where they were 424,000,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions also decreased from 577,000,000 kg CO2e. However, Scope 3 emissions increased from 8,297,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022. Corteva has made commitments to reduce its carbon footprint, although specific near-term reduction targets have been removed or expired. The company is a member of the Business Ambition for 1.5°C initiative, indicating its alignment with global climate goals. Despite the absence of formal long-term targets or net-zero commitments, Corteva continues to engage in sustainability practices within the chemicals sector. Overall, Corteva Agriscience's emissions data highlights the ongoing challenges and efforts in managing carbon emissions, particularly in Scope 3, which represents the majority of their total emissions.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 386,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 609,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 7,047,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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