Nutrien Ltd., a leading player in the chemical and fertilizer minerals industry, is headquartered in Canada and operates extensively across North America, South America, and Australia. Founded in 2018 through the merger of Agrium and PotashCorp, Nutrien has quickly established itself as a key provider of essential agricultural inputs, including potash, nitrogen, and phosphate products.
The company’s commitment to sustainable agriculture and innovative solutions sets it apart in the market. Nutrien’s core offerings not only enhance crop yields but also promote environmental stewardship, making them a preferred choice for farmers worldwide. With a strong market position, Nutrien is recognised for its significant contributions to food security and its ongoing efforts in advancing agricultural practices.
+41 vs industry average
Nutrien’s score of 59 is higher than 83% 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
Salt and Mineral Mining has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Salt and Mineral Mining industry has reduced its overall emissions by 66% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
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Nutrien's reported carbon emissions
Nutrien, headquartered in Canada and operating in the chemical and fertilizer minerals sector, reported significant greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across its operations. In 2025, Nutrien's total GHG emissions were approximately 72.7 billion kg CO2e. This figure comprises Scope 1 emissions of about 9.1 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 2.5 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were the largest component, totalling around 60.7 billion kg CO2e, with significant contributions from use of sold products (approximately 30.5 billion kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (approximately 23.7 billion kg CO2e). For 2024, total emissions stood at approximately 71.3 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were around 9.5 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 2.6 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were reported at about 58.9 billion kg CO2e, with use of sold products accounting for roughly 30.3 billion kg CO2e and purchased goods and services for approximately 22 billion kg CO2e. In 2023, Nutrien's reported Scope 1 emissions were approximately 9.5 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were about 2.6 billion kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions data was not disclosed for this year. Nutrien has established climate commitments focused on reducing GHG emissions intensity. The company aims to achieve at least a 30 percent intensity reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions per tonne of product produced, using 2018 as the baseline year, by 2030. This target encompasses 100% of Nutrien's operations, including its Nitrogen, Phosphate, and Potash segments.
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Nutrien’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
30% reduction in Scope 1
In 2021, we set a climate-related target to achieve at least a 30 percent reduction in GHG emissions intensity (Scope 1 and Scope 2) per ton…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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