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UNEM - União Nacional do Etanol de Milho

UNEM, or União Nacional do Etanol de Milho, is a prominent entity in Brazil's biofuel sector, headquartered in the heart of the country. Established to champion the use of corn-based ethanol, UNEM has become a pivotal player in the renewable energy industry, focusing on sustainable practices and innovation. Since its inception, UNEM has made significant strides in promoting the advantages of ethanol derived from maize, positioning itself as a leader in this niche market. The organisation's core offerings include the production and distribution of high-quality corn ethanol, which stands out for its efficiency and lower environmental impact compared to traditional sugarcane ethanol. With a strong presence in key agricultural regions, UNEM has achieved notable recognition for its contributions to the biofuel landscape, advocating for policies that support the growth of the corn ethanol industry in Brazil.

DitchCarbon Score

How does UNEM - União Nacional do Etanol de Milho'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.

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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.

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Industry Benchmark

UNEM - União Nacional do Etanol de Milho's score of 11 is higher than 55% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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UNEM - União Nacional do Etanol de Milho's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, UNEM - União Nacional do Etanol de Milho reported a carbon intensity of approximately 0.0167 kg CO2e per megajoule (MJ) for Brazilian hydrated corn ethanol. In 2020, the carbon footprint was about 0.0045 kg CO2e per MJ for corn ethanol. However, specific total emissions data for Scope 1, 2, or 3 are not disclosed. Currently, UNEM has not established any formal reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. The organisation's focus on corn ethanol production aligns with broader industry trends towards sustainable biofuels, which are essential for reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the transportation sector.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. UNEM - União Nacional do Etanol de Milho's primary industry is Crops nec, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 UNEM - União Nacional do Etanol de Milho is in BR, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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UNEM - União Nacional do Etanol de Milho 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
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UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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