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Tereos

Tereos, a leading global player in the agribusiness sector, is headquartered in France and operates extensively across Europe, Brazil, and Asia. Founded in 2000, Tereos has established itself as a key player in the sugar, starch, and alcohol industries, focusing on sustainable practices and innovation. The company is renowned for its diverse range of products, including sugar, sweeteners, and bioethanol, which are distinguished by their high quality and commitment to sustainability. With a strong market position, Tereos has achieved significant milestones, such as expanding its production capabilities and enhancing its supply chain efficiency. The company’s dedication to research and development ensures that it remains at the forefront of industry advancements, making Tereos a trusted partner for customers seeking reliable and sustainable solutions in the food and beverage sector.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Tereos's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

43

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Sugar Processing 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.

13

Industry Benchmark

Tereos's score of 43 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

99%

Tereos's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Tereos reported total carbon emissions of approximately 925,796,850 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 417,479,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 703,310 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 507,615,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This represents a significant commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting. The company has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming to cut greenhouse gas emissions linked to industrial activities by 50% globally, with a more aggressive target of 65% in Europe. This initiative is backed by an investment plan of €800 million over a nine-year period, starting in 2023 and concluding in 2033. Furthermore, Tereos is committed to achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050 at the latest. In 2022, Tereos's emissions were reported at approximately 757,626,990 kg CO2e globally, indicating a proactive approach to managing and reducing their carbon footprint. The company continues to focus on sustainability within the sugar and sugar confectionery industry, with a GHG emissions intensity of about 44 kg CO2e per tonne of sugarcane processed. Overall, Tereos is making significant strides towards reducing its carbon emissions and enhancing its sustainability practices, aligning with industry standards and climate commitments.

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202120222023
Scope 1
311,256,220
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
2,291,680
00,000
000,000
Scope 3
189,778,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Tereos's primary industry is Sugar, which is medium 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. Tereos is headquartered in FR, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

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.

Tereos is committed to some reduction initiatives 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

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