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Praj Industries

Praj Industries Limited, commonly known as Praj, is a leading Indian company headquartered in Pune, Maharashtra. Established in 1983, Praj has made significant strides in the biotechnology and engineering sectors, focusing on sustainable solutions for the biofuels, brewery, and wastewater treatment industries. With a strong presence in India and international markets, Praj is renowned for its innovative core products, including bioethanol plants and integrated wastewater treatment systems. The company’s commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology has positioned it as a key player in the renewable energy landscape. Praj's notable achievements include numerous awards for excellence in engineering and its pivotal role in advancing biofuel production, reinforcing its status as a trusted partner in the global transition towards greener energy solutions.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Praj Industries'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.

12

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Air Transport 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.

11

Industry Benchmark

Praj Industries's score of 12 is higher than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Praj Industries's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Praj Industries reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,626,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,986,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 4,633,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This represents a slight increase in emissions compared to 2022, where total emissions were about 5,258,000 kg CO2e, with 1,169,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 4,148,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. In 2024, emissions are projected to be around 7,390,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,590,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 5,800,000 kg CO2e. Praj Industries has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company continues to focus on its operational emissions, as indicated by its reported Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, but lacks detailed commitments for broader climate action or reductions in Scope 3 emissions.

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202220232024
Scope 1
1,169,000
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0,000,000
Scope 2
4,148,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Praj Industries's primary industry is Air transport services (62), which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Praj Industries is in IN, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Praj Industries 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.

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

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