PGG Wrightson
PGG Wrightson Limited, headquartered in New Zealand, is a leading agribusiness company with a rich history dating back to 1851. Operating primarily in the agricultural sector, PGG Wrightson provides a comprehensive range of services and products, including seed, fertiliser, and livestock solutions, tailored to meet the diverse needs of farmers across the country. With a strong presence in key agricultural regions, the company has established itself as a trusted partner in New Zealand's farming community. PGG Wrightson is renowned for its innovative approach to agronomy and its commitment to sustainability, ensuring that its offerings not only enhance productivity but also support environmental stewardship. As a market leader, PGG Wrightson continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its position as a cornerstone of New Zealand's agricultural landscape.
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PGG Wrightson's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, PGG Wrightson reported total carbon emissions of approximately 458,000 kg CO2e, comprising 81,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 mobile combustion, 79,000 kg CO2e from fugitive emissions, 36,000 kg CO2e from stationary combustion, and 377,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 location-based emissions. This data reflects their ongoing commitment to transparency in emissions reporting. For the year 2023, PGG Wrightson's emissions totalled about 7,162,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for approximately 6,959,000 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile combustion, and Scope 2 emissions at 204,000 kg CO2e from purchased electricity. This indicates a significant reliance on mobile combustion for their emissions profile. Despite the substantial emissions figures, PGG Wrightson has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. They have not disclosed any Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) targets or other formal reduction initiatives, indicating a potential area for future development in their sustainability strategy. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are sourced directly from PGG Wrightson Limited. The company continues to focus on improving its sustainability practices while maintaining transparency in its emissions reporting.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 7,196,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 623,000 | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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PGG Wrightson 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.
