FMC Corporation, commonly referred to as FMC, is a leading global agricultural sciences company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1883, FMC has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America, South America, and Europe. The company primarily operates within the agricultural industry, focusing on crop protection, plant health, and pest control solutions. FMC is renowned for its innovative products, such as insecticides, herbicides, and fungicides, which are designed to enhance crop yield and sustainability. With a commitment to research and development, FMC has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of cutting-edge technologies that set it apart from competitors. As a market leader, FMC continues to drive advancements in agricultural practices, contributing to food security and environmental stewardship worldwide.
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In 2024, FMC Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,384,000,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 73,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 48,000,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 1,263,200,000 kg CO2e. FMC has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 42% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Furthermore, the company has committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2035. This long-term goal includes a target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% and Scope 3 emissions by 90% by the same year. FMC's emissions reduction strategy is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflects its commitment to sustainable practices within the chemicals sector. The company has made progress towards these targets, demonstrating a proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 173,308,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 113,791,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 210,370,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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