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.
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Yara's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Yara International ASA reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 58.4 million tonnes CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 14.4 million tonnes CO2e from Scope 1, 1.1 million tonnes CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and about 42.8 million tonnes CO2e from Scope 3. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its absolute greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline, applicable to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Yara is also focused on carbon intensity reduction, aiming for a 10% decrease in emissions per tonne of nitrogen produced by 2025, using 2018 as the baseline. Furthermore, the company has established a dedicated business unit for decarbonisation, with a long-term goal of achieving climate neutrality by 2050. In addition to these commitments, Yara's Sluiskil facility plans to contribute to national greenhouse gas reduction targets by reducing emissions by 1.5 million tonnes by 2030 relative to 2020 levels. This comprehensive approach underscores Yara's commitment to sustainability and its proactive stance in addressing climate change.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 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 | 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 | 00,000,000,000 |
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