Elders
Elders Limited, commonly referred to as Elders, is a prominent agribusiness headquartered in Adelaide, Australia. Established in 1839, the company has evolved into a leading provider of agricultural services and products, primarily operating across Australia and New Zealand. Elders focuses on key business areas such as livestock, wool, and rural services, offering a comprehensive range of solutions tailored to the needs of farmers and producers. With a rich history marked by significant milestones, Elders has positioned itself as a trusted partner in the agricultural sector. Its core offerings include agronomy, livestock marketing, and financial services, distinguished by a commitment to innovation and sustainability. Recognised for its market leadership, Elders continues to achieve notable success, reinforcing its reputation as a vital player in the agribusiness landscape.
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Elders's score of 47 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Elders's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Elders reported global carbon emissions of approximately 59.6 million tonnes CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 59.6 million tonnes and Scope 2 emissions at around 17,900 tonnes. The company also recorded Scope 3 emissions of approximately 618,000 tonnes, primarily from business travel and purchased goods and services. In 2022, Elders' total emissions were about 64.8 million tonnes CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 64.8 million tonnes and Scope 2 emissions at about 18,800 tonnes. The company has shown a slight decrease in emissions from 2022 to 2023. Elders has not specified any formal reduction targets or commitments under initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). However, the company continues to monitor and report its emissions, indicating a commitment to transparency in its climate impact. Overall, Elders' emissions data reflects its ongoing efforts to manage and understand its carbon footprint, although specific reduction strategies or targets have not been publicly outlined.
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Add to project2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 70,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,500,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Elders 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.
