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Elders Limited, commonly referred to as Elders, is a prominent player in the food products nec industry, headquartered in Australia. Established in 1839, the company has a rich history and has evolved significantly over the years, marking key milestones in agricultural services and food distribution. With a strong operational presence across various regions in Australia, Elders focuses on providing high-quality agricultural products and services, including livestock, grain, and fertilisers.
What sets Elders apart is its commitment to innovation and sustainability, ensuring that its offerings meet the evolving needs of farmers and consumers alike. The company has established a solid market position, recognised for its extensive network and expertise in the agricultural sector. Elders continues to play a vital role in supporting Australian agriculture, contributing to the growth and sustainability of the industry.
17
DitchCarbon score
0 vs industry average
Elders’s score of 17 is lower than 44% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very High
Food Product Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.397
20182025
The Food Product Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 22% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
20202021202220232024202520262027
Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Elders's reported carbon emissions
Elders, an Australian food products company, reported its 2024 Scope 1 emissions as approximately 57.2 million kg CO2e and its Scope 2 (location-based) emissions as approximately 5.8 million kg CO2e. For its Scope 3 emissions, Elders reported approximately 2.0 million kg CO2e from business travel, though data for purchased goods and services is missing.
The company has set several climate commitments:
- A near-term target to achieve a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions intensity by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year.
- A long-term target to achieve Net Zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050, using 2023 as the baseline year.
In previous years, Elders reported its Scope 1 and 2 emissions as:
- 2023: Approximately 59.5 million kg CO2e
- 2022: Approximately 64.8 million kg CO2e
- 2021: Approximately 60.8 million kg CO2e
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Elders’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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