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Food Product Manufacturing
NZ
updated 3 months ago

PGG Wrightson Sustainability Profile

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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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28

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Food Product Manufacturing 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.

13

Industry Benchmark

PGG Wrightson's score of 28 is higher than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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PGG Wrightson's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, PGG Wrightson reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,784,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 6,477,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 377,000 kg CO2e. This represents a slight decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 7,162,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 6,959,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 204,000 kg CO2e. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, and there are no emissions data cascaded from a parent organization. PGG Wrightson's emissions data is self-reported and reflects its operational footprint in New Zealand and globally. The absence of Scope 3 emissions data indicates a potential area for future reporting and improvement. Overall, PGG Wrightson's emissions intensity is approximately 7.41 kg CO2e per million NZD in revenue, highlighting the company's ongoing efforts to monitor and manage its carbon footprint.

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Scope 1
7,232,000
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Scope 2
623,000
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Scope 3
623,000
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How Carbon Intensive is PGG Wrightson's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. PGG Wrightson's primary industry is Food products nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is PGG Wrightson's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for PGG Wrightson is in NZ, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

PGG Wrightson'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.

PGG Wrightson has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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