Ingredion Incorporated, a leading player in the chemicals nec industry, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1901, Ingredion has established itself as a key provider of ingredient solutions, focusing on starches, sweeteners, and other value-added products that cater to diverse sectors, including food, beverage, and industrial applications.
With a commitment to innovation, Ingredion offers unique formulations that enhance texture, stability, and nutritional value, setting them apart in a competitive market. The company has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in sustainable sourcing and product development, reinforcing its position as a trusted partner for customers worldwide. Recognised for its dedication to quality and sustainability, Ingredion continues to lead the way in delivering tailored solutions that meet evolving consumer demands.
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Industry Intensity
Chemicals is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Chemicals industry has reduced its overall emissions by 6% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Ingredion's reported carbon emissions
Ingredion, a company in the Chemicals nec industry headquartered in the US, reported a total of approximately 32.8 billion kg CO2e in emissions for 2025. This figure encompasses Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. For 2025, Ingredion's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 1.75 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions stood at about 751 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were approximately 19.8 billion kg CO2e. In 2023, the company's total emissions were approximately 12.77 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at roughly 1.90 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 674 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 10.2 billion kg CO2e. Ingredion has established several climate commitments. The company aims for Net Zero by 2050, with an aspiration to refine its strategy towards this goal. More immediately, Ingredion has restated its absolute carbon reduction goal for Scopes 1 and 2 to be 28% by 2030, against a 2019 baseline year. This target is validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Furthermore, Ingredion commits to a 15% reduction in absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 2030, covering categories such as purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, upstream transportation and distribution, waste generated in operations, processing of sold products, and use of sold products. The SBTi has classified these targets as consistent with keeping warming to Well-below 2°C.
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Ingredion’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2050
But we intend to keep refining our strategy with the ultimat…
But we intend to keep refining our strategy with the ultimate aspiration of getting to Net Zero.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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