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Yara Sustainability Profile

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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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45

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Chemicals 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.

23

Industry Benchmark

Yara's score of 45 is higher than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

66%

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Yara's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Yara International ASA reported total carbon emissions of approximately 58,900,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 14,900,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 1,400,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 42,600,000,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw similar figures with total emissions of about 58,400,000,000 kg CO2e, including Scope 1 emissions of approximately 14,400,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 1,100,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based). Yara has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 10% reduction in carbon intensity (measured in tonnes CO2e per tonne of nitrogen produced) by 2025, using 2018 as a baseline. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Furthermore, Yara has established a long-term goal to achieve climate neutrality by 2050, with a dedicated business unit focused on decarbonisation efforts. The company is committed to reducing emissions intensity across all scopes, with specific targets for Scope 1, 2, and upstream Scope 3 emissions. Yara's strategic initiatives reflect its commitment to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint in the chemicals sector, headquartered in Norway.

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20142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
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
-
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
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

How Carbon Intensive is Yara's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Yara's primary industry is Chemicals, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Yara's Location?

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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 Yara is in NO, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Yara's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Yara's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 0% last year and decreased by approximately 7% since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 72% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 75% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Use of Sold Products
75%
Purchased Goods and Services
19%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
3%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
2%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%

Yara'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.

Yara 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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