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Cosan Sustainability Profile

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Cosan S.A., a leading Brazilian multinational, is headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil. Established in 1936, the company has evolved into a prominent player in the energy and logistics sectors, with significant operations across Brazil and other regions in South America. Cosan is renowned for its diverse portfolio, which includes sugar and ethanol production, fuel distribution, and logistics services. Its unique integration of renewable energy solutions and innovative logistics systems sets it apart in the industry. With a strong market position, Cosan has achieved notable milestones, including strategic partnerships and expansions that enhance its operational efficiency. The company continues to drive sustainable practices, solidifying its reputation as a key contributor to Brazil's energy landscape.

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34

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Natural Gas Extraction 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.

17

Industry Benchmark

Cosan's score of 34 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Cosan's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Cosan reported total carbon emissions of approximately 594,000 kg CO2e, comprising 213,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 21,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 360,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a slight increase from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 560,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 256,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 13,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 291,000 kg CO2e. Cosan has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025. This initiative reflects a proactive approach to achieving net-zero emissions in the near term, with a focus on both operational and indirect emissions. The company’s emissions data is sourced directly from Cosan S.A., with no cascading from a parent or related organization. As part of its sustainability strategy, Cosan is committed to enhancing its environmental performance and addressing climate change impacts through these targeted reduction efforts.

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Scope 1
1,142,217,300
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Scope 2
20,022,600
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Scope 3
428,830,200
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How Carbon Intensive is Cosan's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Cosan's primary industry is Natural Gas Extraction, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Cosan'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 Cosan is in BR, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Cosan'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.

Cosan 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
Reduction Actions

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