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Green Plains
Green Plains Inc., headquartered in the United States, is a leading player in the renewable energy and agricultural sectors. Founded in 2004, the company has established itself as a significant producer of ethanol and related products, with major operations across the Midwest. Specialising in the production of high-quality ethanol, distillers grains, and other renewable fuels, Green Plains is committed to sustainability and innovation. Its unique approach to integrating advanced technologies in biofuel production sets it apart in the industry. With a strong market position, Green Plains has achieved notable milestones, including strategic acquisitions and expansions that enhance its operational capabilities. The company continues to drive advancements in renewable energy, contributing to a more sustainable future while meeting the growing demand for eco-friendly fuel alternatives.
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Green Plains's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Green Plains, headquartered in the US, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,000,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,205,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 366,000,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 2,533,000,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major contributions from purchased goods and services (about 1,954,000,000 kg CO2e) and fuel and energy-related activities (approximately 344,000,000 kg CO2e). Green Plains has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon-neutral operations by 2050. In the near term, the company has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 37.8% and Scope 3 emissions by 22.5% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. This commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and includes land-related emissions from bioenergy feedstocks. Additionally, Green Plains is actively participating in the Summit Carbon Solutions Midwest Carbon Express project, which aims to capture and store biogenic carbon dioxide from its biorefineries. This initiative is expected to significantly lower the carbon intensity of their operations, with completion anticipated in 2024. Overall, Green Plains is making substantial strides towards reducing its carbon footprint while adhering to industry standards for climate action.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,501,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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