GrainCorp Limited, commonly referred to as GrainCorp, is a leading agribusiness headquartered in Australia, with significant operations across key agricultural regions including New South Wales, Victoria, and Queensland. Founded in 1916, GrainCorp has established itself as a pivotal player in the grain supply chain, specialising in grain handling, storage, and marketing. The company offers a diverse range of services, including logistics, grain trading, and processing, which are tailored to meet the needs of farmers and customers alike. GrainCorp's commitment to innovation and sustainability sets it apart in the industry, ensuring efficient operations and high-quality products. With a strong market position, GrainCorp has achieved notable milestones, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted partner in the agricultural sector.
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In 2023, GrainCorp reported total carbon emissions of approximately 58,301,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 71,928,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This reflects a slight increase in emissions compared to previous years, with Scope 1 emissions rising from about 56,539,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and Scope 2 emissions increasing from approximately 79,020,000 kg CO2e. GrainCorp has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, as part of its long-term climate strategy. This commitment was formalised in 2023, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company is currently in the process of developing specific reduction targets to guide its emissions reduction efforts. Historically, GrainCorp's emissions have fluctuated, with significant emissions recorded in previous years, such as approximately 53,363,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 69,801,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 in 2021. The company has been actively working on initiatives to reduce its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets have not been detailed. Overall, GrainCorp's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to addressing climate change within the agricultural production sector in Australia, aiming for substantial reductions in greenhouse gas emissions over the coming decades.
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Add to project2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 239,172,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 165,752,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - |
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Graincorp is committed to some 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.