UPL Limited Sustainability Profile
UPL Limited, a leading global player in the agrochemical industry, is headquartered in India. Founded in 1969, the company has established a strong presence across major operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. UPL is renowned for its comprehensive portfolio of crop protection products, including herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, which are designed to enhance agricultural productivity sustainably. With a commitment to innovation, UPL has achieved significant milestones, including the development of unique formulations that cater to diverse farming needs. The company’s focus on sustainability and integrated solutions positions it as a trusted partner for farmers worldwide. UPL Limited continues to strengthen its market position through strategic acquisitions and a robust distribution network, making it a formidable force in the global agricultural sector.
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UPL Limited's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, UPL Limited reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 4,000,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 670,011,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 168,258,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 3,528,092,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 25% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025, based on a 2019 baseline. Additionally, UPL is committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2040 for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, and has pledged to reach net zero emissions by 2050. UPL's long-term targets, validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), include a 63.12% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions per ton of agrochemical by FY2034, which translates to a 37.5% absolute reduction. Furthermore, the company aims for a 42% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, and upstream transportation and distribution within the same timeframe. The company has also signed the Amazon Climate Pledge, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and climate action. UPL's initiatives reflect a proactive approach to mitigating climate change impacts within the chemicals sector, aligning with global efforts to limit temperature rise to well below 2°C.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 746,438,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 177,696,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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UPL Limited's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
UPL Limited's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 1% last year and increased by approximately 4% since 2022, 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 77% of Scope 3 emissions.
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UPL Limited's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
UPL Limited 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.
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