Tate & Lyle PLC, a leading global provider of food ingredients and solutions, is headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1921, the company has established a strong presence in the food and beverage industry, focusing on sweeteners, starches, and health and wellness ingredients. With operations spanning across North America, Europe, and Asia, Tate & Lyle is renowned for its innovative approach to product development. The company’s core offerings include a diverse range of low-calorie sweeteners and functional ingredients that cater to the evolving needs of consumers and manufacturers alike. Tate & Lyle's commitment to sustainability and quality has positioned it as a trusted partner in the food sector, earning accolades for its contributions to healthier food options. With a rich history and a forward-thinking vision, Tate & Lyle continues to lead the way in ingredient solutions.
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In 2024, Tate & Lyle reported total global greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 2,707,144,000 kg CO2e, comprising 346,378,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 86,345,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 2,389,231,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a slight decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 3,162,319,000 kg CO2e. Tate & Lyle has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 30% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, they have committed to achieving net zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. The company has also aligned its targets with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), committing to a 38% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 38% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2028, again from a 2019 baseline. These commitments reflect Tate & Lyle's proactive approach to addressing climate change, including a pledge to eliminate deforestation linked to its primary commodities by December 31, 2025. The company’s efforts are crucial in the food and beverage processing sector, where emissions reduction is vital for sustainability.
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| 2008 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,119,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,118,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0.00 | 0.00 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Tate And Lyle's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 14% last year and increased significantly since 2012, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 40% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Tate And Lyle has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Common questions about Tate And Lyle's sustainability data and climate commitments