Illovo Sugar (Malawi) plc, a prominent player in the sugar industry, is headquartered in Malawi (MW) and operates primarily in the Southern African region. Founded in 1998, the company has established itself as a leader in sugar production, contributing significantly to the local economy and agricultural sector. Illovo Sugar (Malawi) focuses on the cultivation and processing of sugarcane, producing high-quality sugar products that cater to both local and international markets. Its unique approach to sustainable farming and commitment to community development set it apart in the industry. With a strong market position, Illovo Sugar (Malawi) has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in production efficiency and environmental stewardship. The company continues to innovate, ensuring its products meet the evolving needs of consumers while maintaining a focus on sustainability and social responsibility.
How does Illovo Sugar (Malawi) plc's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Mean score of companies in the Sugar Products industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Illovo Sugar (Malawi) plc's score of 48 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Illovo Sugar (Malawi) plc currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of ABF Investments Plc, which may influence its climate-related strategies and commitments. Despite the lack of direct emissions data, Illovo Sugar (Malawi) plc is part of a broader corporate family that may have established climate commitments and reduction initiatives. However, no specific reduction targets or climate pledges have been documented for this subsidiary. As a member of the sugar industry, Illovo Sugar (Malawi) plc operates within a sector that is increasingly focused on sustainability and reducing carbon footprints. The company may benefit from initiatives and targets set by its parent organization, ABF Investments Plc, which could include industry-standard practices for emissions reduction and climate action. In summary, while specific emissions data and reduction targets for Illovo Sugar (Malawi) plc are currently unavailable, the company is positioned within a corporate structure that may support broader climate commitments and sustainability efforts.
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| 2011 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,694,910,000 | 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 | 942,354,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Illovo Sugar (Malawi) plc has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

