Roquette
Roquette Frères, commonly known as Roquette, is a leading player in the pesticide and other agricultural chemical manufacturing industry, headquartered in France. Established in 1933, the company has grown to become a significant force in the global market, with operations spanning Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
Roquette specialises in producing a diverse range of agricultural chemicals, including biopesticides and plant nutrition solutions, which are distinguished by their innovative formulations and sustainable practices. The company is committed to enhancing crop yield and quality while minimising environmental impact, positioning itself as a pioneer in eco-friendly agricultural solutions.
With a strong emphasis on research and development, Roquette has achieved notable milestones, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the agricultural sector. Its dedication to quality and sustainability has earned Roquette a prominent market position, making it a preferred choice for farmers and agricultural businesses worldwide.
+43 vs industry average
Roquette’s score of 65 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 14% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Roquette's reported carbon emissions
Roquette, a company in the Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing industry headquartered in France, reported a total of approximately 8.65 billion kg CO2e for the 2024 reporting year. This figure encompasses Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions.
For the 2025 reporting year, Roquette's total emissions were approximately 8.31 billion kg CO2e. This breakdown includes:
- Scope 1 Emissions: Approximately 1.96 billion kg CO2e.
- Scope 2 Emissions: Approximately 430 million kg CO2e (market-based).
- Scope 3 Emissions: Approximately 5.92 billion kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services being the largest contributor at approximately 3.61 billion kg CO2e.
Roquette has established several climate commitments, including a target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 25% by 2030, using a 2021 baseline. They also commit to a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions for specific categories, including purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, upstream transportation and distribution, and waste generated in operations, within the same timeframe. These targets are recognised by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) as being consistent with keeping warming to Well-below 2°C.
Previously, Roquette had aimed to reduce CO2 emissions by 30% by 2025 from a 2020 baseline for Scope 1 and 2 emissions. There was also an ambition to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions to near zero by the middle of the current decade.
In 2023, Roquette's total emissions were approximately 7.98 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at around 1.97 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 536 million kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 at approximately 5.47 billion kg CO2e. For the 2022 reporting year, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 2.14 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were around 500 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalled approximately 5.92 billion kg CO2e.
In 2021, Roquette reported total emissions of approximately 9.60 billion kg CO2e. This included Scope 1 emissions of about 2.34 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 612 million kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions of around 6.65 billion kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services being the most significant contributor at approximately 4.06 billion kg CO2e.
For the 2019 reporting year, Roquette disclosed Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalling approximately 805 million kg CO2e. In 2018, Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 790 million kg CO2e. In 2017, Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 773 million kg CO2e.
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Roquette’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2025
reducing our Scope 1 and 2 emissions to near zero by the mid…
reducing our Scope 1 and 2 emissions to near zero by the middle of this decade
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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Data year: 2024
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