Minerva Foods, a prominent player in the sugar industry, is headquartered in Brazil and operates extensively across South America. Founded in 1992, the company has established itself as a leader in the production and distribution of high-quality sugar products, catering to both domestic and international markets.
With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Minerva Foods offers a diverse range of sugar types, including raw and refined sugar, which are distinguished by their exceptional purity and flavour profiles. The company’s strategic focus on quality and efficiency has earned it a strong market position, making it a trusted supplier in the agricultural sector.
Notable achievements include significant expansions in production capacity and a robust supply chain that enhances its competitive edge. Minerva Foods continues to set industry standards while contributing to the growth of the sugar market in Brazil and beyond.
+32 vs industry average
Minerva Foods’s score of 39 is higher than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Sugar Processing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Sugar Processing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 2% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Minerva Foods's reported carbon emissions
Minerva Foods, a Brazilian sugar industry leader, reported approximately 28.5 billion kg CO2e in total emissions for 2024. This figure encompasses Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. In 2023, the company's total emissions were approximately 21.8 billion kg CO2e. Minerva Foods has set ambitious climate targets, aiming to achieve net-zero emissions by 2035, significantly ahead of the Paris Agreement timeline. Additionally, the company is committed to reducing the intensity of its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 30% by 2030, using 2020 as a baseline. This aligns with broader industry efforts towards decarbonisation and climate resilience within the sugar sector.
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Minerva Foods’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
9 goals2030
30% reduction in Scope 2
We will reduce our Scope 2 emissions by 30% from a 2020 baseline by 2030.
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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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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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
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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