Public Profile

Syngenta

Syngenta Group, a leading global agribusiness, is headquartered in Switzerland (CH) and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 2000, Syngenta has established itself as a key player in the agricultural industry, focusing on crop protection, seeds, and biotechnology. The company is renowned for its innovative solutions that enhance crop yield and sustainability, including advanced seed varieties and cutting-edge pest management products. With a commitment to sustainable agriculture, Syngenta has achieved significant milestones, including numerous industry awards for its research and development efforts. The company’s unique offerings, such as integrated pest management systems and high-performance seeds, position it as a market leader, dedicated to addressing the challenges of food security and environmental stewardship.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Syngenta'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.

6

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the P- Fertiliser Production 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Syngenta's score of 6 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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Syngenta's reported carbon emissions

Syngenta, headquartered in Switzerland (CH), currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data for the most recent year, nor specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined in their climate commitments. Without concrete figures or defined goals, it is challenging to assess their current carbon footprint or progress in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. However, as a major player in the agricultural sector, Syngenta is expected to align with industry standards and best practices in addressing climate change and sustainability. The company may be involved in broader industry efforts to enhance environmental stewardship and reduce overall emissions, but specific details on their commitments or achievements are not provided.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Syngenta's primary industry is P- and other fertiliser, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. Syngenta is headquartered in CH, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Syngenta is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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
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