Grupo Ultra, headquartered in Brazil, is a prominent player in the fuel distribution and retail sector. Founded in 1937, the company has evolved significantly, establishing a strong presence across various regions in Brazil. With a diverse portfolio that includes fuel distribution, convenience stores, and logistics services, Grupo Ultra stands out for its commitment to quality and innovation. The company operates under well-known brands, including Ipiranga, which is synonymous with reliable fuel supply and exceptional customer service. Grupo Ultra has achieved notable milestones, such as expanding its network of service stations and enhancing its digital offerings. As a leader in the Brazilian market, Grupo Ultra continues to set industry standards, driven by a focus on sustainability and customer satisfaction.
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In 2024, Grupo Ultra reported total carbon emissions of approximately 65,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 27,322,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled around 3,272,000 kg CO2e. The majority of emissions stemmed from Scope 3, amounting to approximately 62,811,296,000 kg CO2e, which includes substantial categories such as purchased goods and services (about 62,180,557,000 kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (approximately 491,269,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2023, Grupo Ultra's emissions were slightly lower, with Scope 1 emissions at about 43,433,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 2,135,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching around 64,384,421,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a trend of increasing emissions in Scope 1 and Scope 3 over the years. Grupo Ultra has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025. This commitment includes the acquisition of carbon credits to offset these emissions for the years 2025, 2026, and 2027, as part of their 2030 ESG Plan. These initiatives reflect a proactive approach to reducing their carbon footprint and aligning with global climate goals. The emissions data is sourced directly from Grupo Ultra, with no cascading from parent companies. The company is actively working towards implementing measures for emission reduction and mitigation, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability in its operations.
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2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 534,768,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 189,452,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 690,292,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Grupo Ultra is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.