Green Plains
Green Plains Inc., headquartered in the United States, is a leading player in the renewable energy and agricultural sectors. Founded in 2004, the company has established itself as a significant producer of ethanol and related products, with major operations across the Midwest. Specialising in the production of high-quality ethanol, distillers grains, and other renewable fuels, Green Plains is committed to sustainability and innovation. Its unique approach to integrating advanced technologies in biofuel production sets it apart in the industry. With a strong market position, Green Plains has achieved notable milestones, including strategic acquisitions and expansions that enhance its operational capabilities. The company continues to drive advancements in renewable energy, contributing to a more sustainable future while meeting the growing demand for eco-friendly fuel alternatives.
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Industry Benchmark
Green Plains's score of 15 is higher than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Green Plains's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Green Plains Inc. reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 1,252,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 357,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 2,849,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, committing to a 37.8% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, Green Plains aims for a 22.5% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Green Plains is actively engaged in initiatives to lower its carbon footprint, including participation in the Summit Carbon Solutions Midwest Carbon Express project, which focuses on capturing and storing biogenic carbon dioxide from its biorefineries. This project is expected to significantly reduce emissions and is anticipated to be completed by 2024. The company operates under the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) mandate, which allows its plants to maintain current capacities while requiring a 20% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from a 2005 baseline for increased operational capacity. Four of its plants currently hold Efficient Producer Pathways to facilitate this. Overall, Green Plains's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to sustainability, aligning with industry standards and contributing to broader climate goals.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,501,000,000 | 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 2 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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