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General Crop Farming
ZA
updated 6 months ago

Syngenta South Africa (Pty) Ltd.

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Syngenta South Africa (Pty) Ltd., a leading player in the agricultural sector, is headquartered in South Africa (ZA) and operates extensively across the region. Founded in 2000, Syngenta has established itself as a key provider of innovative solutions in crop protection and seed technology, catering to the diverse needs of farmers. The company’s core offerings include a wide range of herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides, alongside high-quality seeds for various crops. What sets Syngenta apart is its commitment to sustainable agriculture, focusing on enhancing productivity while minimising environmental impact. With a strong market position, Syngenta South Africa has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in biotechnology and integrated pest management. The company continues to drive agricultural innovation, ensuring food security and supporting local farming communities.

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35

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the General Crop Farming industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

8

Industry Benchmark

Syngenta South Africa (Pty) Ltd.'s score of 35 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Syngenta South Africa (Pty) Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Syngenta Crop Protection AG

Syngenta South Africa (Pty) Ltd. currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available, as indicated by the absence of reported emissions figures. However, the company is part of a broader corporate family that includes Syngenta Crop Protection AG, from which it inherits climate commitments and performance data. As a current subsidiary of Syngenta Crop Protection AG, Syngenta South Africa aligns with the sustainability initiatives and reduction targets set by its parent company. These initiatives are part of a comprehensive strategy to address climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions across various scopes. While specific reduction targets for Syngenta South Africa are not detailed, the overarching goals from Syngenta Crop Protection AG include commitments to science-based targets and participation in global climate initiatives. The company is actively engaged in sustainability practices, although specific metrics or achievements related to emissions reductions have not been disclosed. As part of the agricultural sector, Syngenta South Africa is positioned to contribute to climate resilience and sustainable farming practices, reflecting the industry's increasing focus on environmental stewardship. In summary, while Syngenta South Africa (Pty) Ltd. does not report specific emissions data, it is committed to the climate goals set forth by Syngenta Crop Protection AG, focusing on sustainability and emissions reduction as part of its operational framework.

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Scope 1
615,000,000
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000,000,000
Scope 2
355,000,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
665,000,000
0,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Syngenta South Africa (Pty) Ltd.'s primary industry is Crops nec, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Syngenta South Africa (Pty) Ltd. is in ZA, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Syngenta South Africa (Pty) Ltd. is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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