Tate & Lyle PLC, a leading player in the chemicals nec industry, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1921, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the production of sweeteners, starches, and other food ingredients, catering to a diverse range of sectors including food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and personal care.
With a commitment to innovation, Tate & Lyle offers unique products such as low-calorie sweeteners and specialty starches that enhance texture and stability in various applications. The company is recognised for its sustainable practices and has achieved significant milestones in reducing its environmental footprint. As a trusted partner in the industry, Tate & Lyle continues to strengthen its market position through a focus on quality and customer-centric solutions.
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Tate And Lyle’s score of 65 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Chemicals is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Chemicals industry has reduced its overall emissions by 6% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2029
Reported emissions
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Tate And Lyle's reported carbon emissions
Tate & Lyle PLC, a UK-based company in the Chemicals nec industry, has reported significant carbon emissions across its operations. In the reporting year 2026, the company's total emissions amounted to approximately 4.41 billion kg CO2e. This figure is composed of Scope 1 emissions of about 13.45 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions totalling approximately 120.31 million kg CO2e (with purchased electricity accounting for 83.22 million kg CO2e), and substantial Scope 3 emissions reaching about 4.37 billion kg CO2e. Looking at previous years, Tate & Lyle's total emissions in the reporting year 2025 were approximately 3.41 billion kg CO2e, including Scope 1 emissions of about 10.04 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of roughly 79.80 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 3.33 billion kg CO2e. In the reporting year 2024, total emissions were around 2.96 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 606.82 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 273.53 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 2.08 billion kg CO2e. Tate & Lyle has established ambitious climate commitments. The company aims for a 30% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2030, using a 2019 baseline. Furthermore, Tate & Lyle has committed to becoming a net-zero business by 2050. Recent updates to their targets include a commitment to a 38% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2028 from a 2019 base year. They also aim for a 38% absolute reduction in Scope 3 GHG emissions within the same timeframe. Additionally, Tate & Lyle is committed to reducing absolute Scope 3 Forest, Land, and Agriculture (FLAG) GHG emissions by 23% by 2028 from a 2019 base year, with a target of no deforestation across its primary deforestation-linked commodities by December 31, 2025. Their Scope 3 GHG emissions target has been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for a 15% reduction by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
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Tate And Lyle’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
5 goals2050
We have set ourselves on a path to net zero by 2050
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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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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Climate Action 100
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