K+S Minerals and Agriculture GmbH
K+S Minerals and Agriculture GmbH, a leading player in the global agricultural and mineral industry, is headquartered in Germany. Established in 1889, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in the production and distribution of essential fertilisers and minerals. With a strong operational presence across Europe and North America, K+S focuses on providing high-quality potash and magnesium products that enhance soil fertility and crop yield. Renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, K+S Minerals and Agriculture offers unique solutions tailored to the needs of modern agriculture. The company holds a prominent market position, recognised for its extensive expertise and reliable supply chain. With a dedication to advancing agricultural practices, K+S continues to contribute to the global food supply while prioritising environmental stewardship.
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How does K+S Minerals and Agriculture GmbH'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.
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K+S Minerals and Agriculture GmbH's score of 12 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
K+S Minerals and Agriculture GmbH's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, K+S Minerals and Agriculture GmbH reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,800,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 200,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 600,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions, specifically from upstream transportation and distribution. This represents a slight reduction in Scope 1 emissions from 2022, where they were about 1,900,000,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions remained consistent at 200,000,000 kg CO2e across both years. The Scope 3 emissions have remained stable at 600,000,000 kg CO2e. K+S has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. However, they have reported specific greenhouse gas emissions in logistics, with a figure of approximately 22.6 kg CO2e per tonne in 2023, down from 26.8 kg CO2e per tonne in previous assessments. This indicates a focus on improving efficiency in their logistics operations. Overall, while K+S Minerals and Agriculture GmbH has made some progress in reducing emissions, particularly in logistics, they have not set formal reduction targets or climate pledges at this time.
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Add to project| 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,900,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 200,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 600,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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K+S Minerals and Agriculture GmbH is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
