Syngenta AG Sustainability Profile
Syngenta AG, a leading global agribusiness company headquartered in Switzerland (CH), is dedicated to enhancing agricultural productivity and sustainability. Founded in 2000, Syngenta has established itself as a key player in the crop protection and seed sectors, operating in over 100 countries across Europe, North America, and Asia. The company focuses on innovative solutions that include herbicides, insecticides, and high-quality seeds, catering to a diverse range of crops. Syngenta's commitment to research and development has led to significant advancements in agricultural technology, positioning it as a trusted partner for farmers worldwide. With a strong emphasis on sustainability, Syngenta continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its status as a leader in the global agricultural market.
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Syngenta AG's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Syngenta AG reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 14,960,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 406,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 195,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 14,096,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The Scope 1 emissions included 89,000,000 kg CO2e from mobile combustion. In 2023, the company recorded total emissions of about 14,612,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 394,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 210,000,000 kg CO2e. Syngenta AG has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 68% per value added by 2030, using 2016 as the base year. This commitment encompasses all scopes (1, 2, and 3) and aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which classifies these targets as consistent with limiting global warming to well below 2°C. The emissions data for Syngenta AG is cascaded from its parent company, Syngenta Crop Protection AG, which is responsible for the reported figures and climate commitments. This corporate relationship underscores Syngenta AG's commitment to sustainability and climate action within the agricultural sector.
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| 2010 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 684,000,000 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 301,000,000 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Syngenta AG's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Syngenta AG's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 4% last year and increased significantly since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 83% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Syngenta AG'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.
Syngenta AG has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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