Tereos, a leading global player in the agribusiness sector, is headquartered in France and operates extensively across Europe, Brazil, and Asia. Founded in 2000, Tereos has established itself as a key player in the sugar, starch, and alcohol industries, focusing on sustainable practices and innovation. The company is renowned for its diverse range of products, including sugar, sweeteners, and bioethanol, which are distinguished by their high quality and commitment to sustainability. With a strong market position, Tereos has achieved significant milestones, such as expanding its production capabilities and enhancing its supply chain efficiency. The company’s dedication to research and development ensures that it remains at the forefront of industry advancements, making Tereos a trusted partner for customers seeking reliable and sustainable solutions in the food and beverage sector.
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Tereos's score of 42 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Tereos reported total Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 2,170,000,000 kg CO2e. This marks a decrease from 2023, where emissions were about 2,390,000,000 kg CO2e, and from 2022, which saw emissions of around 2,550,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its emissions, aiming for a 30% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from a 2020 baseline by 2030. Tereos has also committed to withdrawing from coal for all its dehydration units by 2030, further enhancing its climate strategy. Additionally, the company has pledged to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050, with an interim target of reducing industrial emissions by 50% by 2032-33. This commitment includes a significant investment plan of €800 million over nine years to support these initiatives. The emissions data is cascaded from Tereos SCA, reflecting the company's broader corporate family commitments. Tereos's proactive approach to climate action positions it as a leader in sustainability within the industry.
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| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
Tereos has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.