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McLeod Russel Sustainability Profile

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McLeod Russel India Limited, a prominent player in the tea industry, is headquartered in Kolkata, India. Established in 1869, the company has grown to become one of the largest tea producers globally, with significant operations in Assam and West Bengal. McLeod Russel is renowned for its high-quality tea products, including black tea and specialty blends, which are distinguished by their rich flavours and sustainable sourcing practices. With a commitment to excellence, McLeod Russel has achieved notable milestones, including certifications for organic and fair trade practices. The company holds a strong market position, catering to both domestic and international clients, and is celebrated for its innovative approaches in tea cultivation and processing. As a leader in the industry, McLeod Russel continues to set benchmarks for quality and sustainability in the tea sector.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Sugar Processing 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.

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Industry Benchmark

McLeod Russel's score of 1 is lower than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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McLeod Russel's reported carbon emissions

As of the latest available data, McLeod Russel India Limited does not report any specific carbon emissions figures, indicating a lack of disclosed emissions data. Consequently, there are no defined reduction targets or climate commitments outlined in their sustainability initiatives. The company does not inherit emissions data from a parent organization, and there are no significant climate pledges or initiatives reported. This absence of data suggests that McLeod Russel may need to enhance its transparency regarding carbon emissions and climate action strategies to align with industry standards and stakeholder expectations. In the context of the tea industry, where sustainability is increasingly critical, McLeod Russel's lack of reported emissions and commitments may impact its competitive positioning and reputation among environmentally conscious consumers and investors.

How Carbon Intensive is McLeod Russel's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. McLeod Russel's primary industry is Sugar Processing, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is McLeod Russel's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for McLeod Russel is in IN, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

McLeod Russel's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

McLeod Russel 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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