Syngenta AG
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 2020, Syngenta AG reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 4,767,000,000 kg CO2e globally. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 477,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 320,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, totalling around 7,305,400,000 kg CO2e, which encompasses various categories such as purchased goods and services, upstream transportation, and waste generated in operations. In Switzerland, Syngenta's emissions for 2020 included Scope 1 emissions of about 6,900,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 90,700,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The company 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 covers all scopes (1, 2, and 3) and aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aiming to keep global warming well below 2°C. Syngenta's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Syngenta Crop Protection AG, which is responsible for the reported figures and climate commitments. The company is actively working towards achieving its reduction targets, reflecting its commitment to sustainability and climate action in the agricultural sector.
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| 2010 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2019 | 2020 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 684,000,000 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 301,000,000 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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