Yara International ASA, commonly known as Yara, is a leading global fertiliser company headquartered in Norway. Established in 1905, Yara has grown to become a key player in the agricultural sector, with significant operations across Europe, North America, South America, and Asia. The company focuses on providing innovative solutions in crop nutrition, including nitrogen-based fertilisers and precision farming technologies. Yara's commitment to sustainability sets it apart in the industry, as it strives to enhance agricultural productivity while minimising environmental impact. With a strong market position, Yara has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in digital farming and a robust portfolio of products designed to optimise crop yields. As a trusted partner for farmers worldwide, Yara continues to lead the way in sustainable agriculture practices.
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In 2023, Yara International ASA reported total carbon emissions of approximately 58,400,000,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 14,400,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,100,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions of around 42,800,000,000 kg CO2e, with the use of sold products contributing about 30,500,000,000 kg CO2e. Yara has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 10% reduction in carbon intensity by 2025 from a 2018 baseline, which translates to a target of 2.7 tonnes CO2e per tonne of nitrogen fertiliser produced. Additionally, the company has established a long-term goal to achieve climate neutrality by 2050, with specific initiatives in place for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. From 2026 onwards, Yara Sluiskil plans to reduce its annual CO2 emissions by 800,000 tonnes, further demonstrating its commitment to decarbonisation. The company has created a dedicated business unit focused on these long-term decarbonisation efforts, ensuring profitability while transitioning to low- or no-emission solutions. Yara's emissions data and reduction targets are sourced directly from Yara International ASA, with no cascaded data from parent or related organisations.
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2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 14,700,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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