Jungbunzlauer, officially known as Jungbunzlauer Suisse AG, is a leading global producer of natural ingredients, headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1867, the company has established a strong presence in the food, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries, with major operational regions across Europe, North America, and Asia. Specialising in the production of biodegradable and sustainable ingredients, Jungbunzlauer offers a diverse range of products, including citric acid, sodium citrate, and xanthan gum. These products are distinguished by their high quality and versatility, catering to various applications. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, Jungbunzlauer has positioned itself as a market leader, recognised for its contributions to environmentally friendly solutions and its robust supply chain.
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In 2023, Jungbunzlauer reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,041,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 324,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 33,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, representing indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity. The company also disclosed Scope 3 emissions of about 684,000,000 kg CO2e, which encompass all other indirect emissions in the value chain. Comparatively, in 2022, Jungbunzlauer's total emissions were about 1,544,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating a significant reduction of approximately 503,000,000 kg CO2e year-on-year. This reduction reflects the company's commitment to sustainability and climate action. Jungbunzlauer has set ambitious targets to further reduce its carbon footprint. The company aims for a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 2030, using 2020 as the base year. Additionally, Jungbunzlauer has committed to achieving carbon neutrality across all scopes by 2050, demonstrating a long-term dedication to mitigating climate change impacts. Overall, Jungbunzlauer's proactive approach to managing carbon emissions and its clear reduction targets position it as a responsible player in the industry, committed to sustainable practices and environmental stewardship.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 480,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 207,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 924,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Jungbunzlauer 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.