Gruma
Gruma, officially known as Gruma S.A.B. de C.V., is a leading global player in the food industry, headquartered in Monterrey, Mexico (MX). Founded in 1976, the company has established itself as a prominent manufacturer of corn flour and tortilla products, serving both domestic and international markets. With significant operations across North America, Latin America, and Europe, Gruma has become synonymous with quality and innovation in the production of staple food items. The company’s core offerings include a diverse range of corn and wheat flour products, tortillas, and snacks, distinguished by their commitment to authenticity and sustainability. Gruma's market position is bolstered by its notable achievements, including being one of the largest tortilla producers worldwide. With a focus on continuous improvement and customer satisfaction, Gruma remains a trusted name in the food sector, dedicated to nourishing communities globally.
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Gruma's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Gruma reported total carbon emissions of approximately 675,795,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 166,350,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of about 842,145,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a significant reduction from previous years, particularly from 2022, where emissions were approximately 749,469,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 303,367,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. In 2022, Gruma's total emissions included about 1,052,835,000 kg CO2e when accounting for Scope 3 emissions as well. The company has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. Gruma's emissions data indicates a focus on improving energy efficiency, as evidenced by their reported emissions intensity per ton of product, which decreased from 231.0 kg CO2e in 2022 to 184.0 kg CO2e in 2023. This trend suggests ongoing efforts to enhance sustainability practices within their operations. Overall, while Gruma has made strides in reducing its emissions, further details on specific climate commitments or reduction targets would provide a clearer picture of their long-term sustainability strategy.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,083,157,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 345,609,000 | 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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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Gruma 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.
