nufarm
Nufarm Limited, commonly referred to as Nufarm, is a leading agricultural solutions provider headquartered in Australia. Established in 1916, the company has grown to become a significant player in the global crop protection industry, with major operations across Australia, New Zealand, North America, and Europe. Nufarm specialises in the development and distribution of innovative herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides, tailored to meet the diverse needs of farmers worldwide. Their commitment to sustainability and product efficacy sets them apart in a competitive market. With a strong focus on research and development, Nufarm has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its product portfolio and strategic partnerships that enhance its market position. As a trusted name in agriculture, Nufarm continues to support farmers in maximising crop yields while promoting environmentally responsible practices.
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nufarm's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Nufarm reported total carbon emissions of approximately 56,671,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 38,043,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 18,628,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This represents a significant decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 75,809,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 38,049,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 37,760,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, Nufarm's emissions have shown a downward trend, with total emissions in 2022 at about 81,524,000 kg CO2e and in 2021 at approximately 87,381,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, indicating a focus on direct and indirect emissions from their operations and energy use. Despite the reductions, Nufarm has not set specific science-based targets (SBTi) or documented reduction initiatives in their climate commitments. The absence of formal reduction targets suggests that while emissions have decreased, there may be opportunities for more structured climate action moving forward. Nufarm's emissions data is sourced directly from Nufarm Limited, with no cascading from a parent or related organization. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, reflecting its commitment to sustainability within the agricultural sector.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 20,252,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 75,661,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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nufarm is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
