Yara
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.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Yara'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.
Yara's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Yara International ASA reported total carbon emissions of approximately 58,400,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,367,363,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 55,450 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 42,800,000,000 kg CO2e. Yara has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although it has not set a net-zero target. The company is actively engaged in initiatives to lower its emissions, with a near-term target status classified as "Committed." However, specific reduction targets have not been disclosed. Historically, Yara's emissions have fluctuated, with total emissions reaching about 75,400,000,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and 71,100,000,000 kg CO2e in 2020. The company has reported emissions across all three scopes, indicating a comprehensive approach to tracking its environmental impact. Yara's headquarters is located in Norway, and it operates within the chemicals sector, focusing on sustainable practices in fertiliser production. The company continues to explore strategies to enhance its sustainability efforts and reduce greenhouse gas emissions in alignment with industry standards.
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Add to project| 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 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 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 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Yara 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.
