Mosaic
Mosaic, officially known as The Mosaic Company, is a leading player in the global agriculture industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2004, the company has established itself as a key provider of potash and phosphate crop nutrients, serving farmers across North America and beyond. With a commitment to sustainable agriculture, Mosaic offers a range of innovative products and services designed to enhance crop yields and improve soil health. Their unique approach combines advanced technology with extensive agronomic expertise, positioning them as a trusted partner in the agricultural sector. Recognised for their significant contributions to food production, Mosaic has achieved notable milestones, including strategic acquisitions and expansions that have solidified their market position. As a result, they continue to play a vital role in supporting global food security.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Mosaic'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.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the General Crop Farming 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.
Industry Benchmark
Mosaic's score of 28 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Mosaic's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Mosaic Company reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,660,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 3,490,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 1,170,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, representing indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions, which encompass all other indirect emissions, amounted to approximately 8,070,000,000 kg CO2e. Mosaic has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing its carbon footprint. The company has not committed to any science-based targets or climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future improvement in its sustainability strategy. Historically, Mosaic's emissions have fluctuated, with significant figures reported in previous years, such as 5,280,000,000 kg CO2e in 2018 and 4,580,000,000 kg CO2e in 2019. The company has disclosed emissions data across all three scopes, demonstrating transparency in its reporting practices. As a major player in the fertiliser industry, Mosaic's emissions profile reflects the broader challenges faced by the sector in addressing climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,590,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,870,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 4,730,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Mosaic 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.
