Ingredion Incorporated, a leading global provider of ingredient solutions, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1906, the company has established a strong presence in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, serving a diverse range of industries including food, beverage, and pharmaceuticals. With a focus on innovative starches, sweeteners, and texturisers, Ingredion stands out for its commitment to sustainability and customer-centric solutions. The company has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in plant-based ingredients and clean label products, positioning itself as a trusted partner in the food and beverage sector. Recognised for its market leadership, Ingredion continues to drive growth through research and development, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of its clients while maintaining high standards of quality and performance.
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Ingredion's score of 46 is higher than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Ingredion Incorporated reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 18,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,897,186,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 673,973,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 10,201,373,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data highlights the company's substantial carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 3, which includes emissions from the supply chain and product use. Looking ahead, Ingredion has set ambitious climate commitments. The company aims to achieve a 28% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, it has committed to a 15% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support the global effort to limit temperature rise to well below 2°C. Furthermore, Ingredion has expressed its long-term aspiration to reach net-zero emissions by 2050, indicating a comprehensive approach to climate action across all scopes of emissions. The company is actively implementing various projects across its manufacturing network to meet these targets, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and responsible sourcing practices.
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2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 2,623,231,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 829,079,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 10,143,555,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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