Mosaic Sustainability Profile
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.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Mosaic's score of 44 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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Mosaic's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Mosaic reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12.4 billion kg CO2e, comprising 3.25 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1.22 billion kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 8.93 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions include significant contributions from the use of sold products (about 7.99 billion kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (approximately 2.01 billion kg CO2e). Mosaic has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions in its Florida operations by 2030 and companywide by 2040. The company is actively working on reducing emissions, particularly focusing on improving energy efficiency across its operations. Specific near-term targets for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions reductions are also in place, with a timeframe set from 2023 to 2025. The emissions data is sourced directly from The Mosaic Company, with no cascaded data from parent or related organizations. Mosaic's proactive approach to sustainability reflects its commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the agricultural sector.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 10,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 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 | - | 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 3 | 1,820,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 |
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Mosaic's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Mosaic's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 668% last year and increased by approximately 579% since 2014, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 73% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 65% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Mosaic'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.
Mosaic has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
