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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In 2020, Syngenta AG reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 4,767,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, and about 319,900,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based). The company also disclosed extensive Scope 3 emissions, with notable contributions from purchased goods and services (approximately 7,305,400,000 kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (about 590,063,000 kg CO2e). Syngenta has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 68% per value added by 2030, using 2016 as the baseline year. This target aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is classified as consistent with efforts to limit global warming to well below 2°C. The commitment encompasses reductions in Scope 1, Scope 2, and total Scope 3 emissions, reflecting a comprehensive approach to tackling climate change within the agricultural sector.
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Scope 1 | 476,700,000 |
Scope 2 | 319,900,000 |
Scope 3 | 8,959,694,000 |
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