SüdZucker AG, a leading player in the sugar industry, is headquartered in Germany and operates extensively across Europe. Founded in 1837, the company has evolved into one of the largest sugar producers in the region, with a diverse portfolio that includes sugar, sugar specialties, and bioethanol. SüdZucker is renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability, offering unique products that cater to both food and non-food sectors. The company’s innovative approach has solidified its market position, making it a key supplier for various industries. With a strong emphasis on research and development, SüdZucker continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its reputation as a pioneer in the sugar market.
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In 2024, Südzucker AG reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,800,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 750,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 2,050,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This reflects a significant shift from 2023, where total emissions were also about 2,800,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 2,500,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 570,000,000 kg CO2e. Südzucker has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50.4% by 2030 from a 2018 baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 30% reduction in Scope 3 emissions, which include emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, and upstream transportation and distribution, within the same timeframe. Furthermore, Südzucker is striving to achieve near-zero greenhouse gas emissions for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2025. These initiatives align with industry standards for climate action and demonstrate the company's commitment to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 3,100,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 600,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 9,400,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - |
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