Jungbunzlauer Sustainability Profile
Jungbunzlauer, officially known as Jungbunzlauer Suisse AG, is a leading global producer of natural ingredients, headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1867, the company has established a strong presence in the food, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries, with major operational regions across Europe, North America, and Asia. Specialising in the production of biodegradable and sustainable ingredients, Jungbunzlauer offers a diverse range of products, including citric acid, sodium citrate, and xanthan gum. These products are distinguished by their high quality and versatility, catering to various applications. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, Jungbunzlauer has positioned itself as a market leader, recognised for its contributions to environmentally friendly solutions and its robust supply chain.
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Jungbunzlauer's score of 32 is higher than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Jungbunzlauer's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Jungbunzlauer reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,041,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 324,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 33,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and 684,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2020 as the base year. Additionally, Jungbunzlauer has pledged to achieve carbon neutrality across all scopes by 2050. The emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Jungbunzlauer Suisse AG, which provides a comprehensive overview of the company's environmental impact. The reported emissions reflect a commitment to transparency and accountability in addressing climate change.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 480,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 207,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 924,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Jungbunzlauer's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Jungbunzlauer's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 32% last year and decreased by approximately 26% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 66% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 55% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Jungbunzlauer'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.
Jungbunzlauer has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
