Syngenta Group Sustainability Profile
Syngenta Group, headquartered in Switzerland (CH), is a leading global agribusiness dedicated to sustainable agriculture. Founded in 2000, the company has established itself as a key player in the crop protection and seed sectors, with significant operations across Europe, North America, and Asia. Syngenta's core offerings include innovative crop protection products, high-quality seeds, and advanced digital farming solutions, all designed to enhance agricultural productivity while promoting environmental stewardship. The company is renowned for its commitment to research and development, which has led to numerous breakthroughs in pest management and crop genetics. With a strong market position, Syngenta Group has achieved notable milestones, including significant advancements in biotechnology and sustainable farming practices, making it a trusted partner for farmers worldwide.
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Syngenta Group's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Syngenta Group reported total emissions of approximately 4.76 billion kg CO2e, comprising about 2.51 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 2.25 billion kg CO2e from Scope 2. For 2023, the total emissions were approximately 4.74 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 2.37 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 2.37 billion kg CO2e. Notably, there is no reported data for Scope 3 emissions. Syngenta Group has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming to decrease the carbon intensity of its entire operations by 68% by 2030, based on value added compared to a 2016 baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 38% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2022 as the baseline year. This emissions data is cascaded from Syngenta Group, which is a current subsidiary of China National Chemical Corporation Limited, reflecting the company's commitment to sustainability and climate action within the agricultural sector.
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| 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,373,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,365,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - |
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Syngenta Group'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 Group has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
