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Syngenta Group, headquartered in Switzerland, is a leading global player in the crops nec industry, specialising in crop protection, seeds, and digital agriculture solutions. Established in 2000, the company has grown significantly, establishing a strong presence across major agricultural regions worldwide. Its core offerings include innovative agrochemicals, high-yield seed varieties, and advanced digital tools designed to optimise crop productivity and sustainability.
Renowned for its commitment to scientific research and sustainable farming practices, Syngenta has earned a prominent position within the agricultural sector. The company’s focus on developing unique, effective products has contributed to its reputation as a trusted partner for farmers and agribusinesses globally. With a history of key milestones and ongoing innovation, Syngenta continues to shape the future of modern agriculture.
+7 vs industry average
Syngenta Group’s score of 22 is lower than 49% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
General Crop Farming is among the most carbon-intensive industries
The General Crop Farming industry has reduced its overall emissions by 31% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Syngenta Group, a Swiss-headquartered company in the Crops nec industry, reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 2.51 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 2.25 billion kg CO2e for 2024. In 2023, its Scope 1 emissions were approximately 2.37 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were about 2.37 billion kg CO2e. For 2021, the company's Scope 1 emissions were around 427 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 (market-based) emissions were approximately 301 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2021 were approximately 8.94 billion kg CO2e, with significant contributors including purchased goods and services (about 6.98 billion kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (approximately 583 million kg CO2e).
Syngenta Group aims to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 38% by 2030, using a 2022 baseline. Additionally, it has a target to reduce the carbon intensity of its entire operations by 68% based on value added by 2030, compared to a 2016 baseline. The company's CDP initiative data is cascaded from its parent company, China National Chemical Corporation Limited, while its organizational performance data is sourced from Syngenta Group itself.
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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