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Tongaat Hulett

Tongaat Hulett, a prominent player in the agribusiness sector, is headquartered in South Africa (ZA) and operates extensively across Southern Africa, particularly in Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and South Africa. Founded in 1892, the company has evolved significantly, establishing itself as a leader in sugar production, starch, and related products. With a diverse portfolio that includes sugar cane cultivation, milling, and the production of high-quality sugar and starch products, Tongaat Hulett is recognised for its commitment to sustainable practices and innovation. The company’s strategic focus on value-added products and its strong market position have led to notable achievements in the industry, making it a key contributor to the regional economy.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Tongaat Hulett's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

31

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Sugar Plantations industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Tongaat Hulett's score of 31 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Tongaat Hulett's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Tongaat Hulett reported total carbon emissions of approximately 36,486,743 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 12,238 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of around 48,724,981 kg CO2e for both scopes. This marks a significant reduction from 2023, where emissions were approximately 48,771,677 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 14,511 kg CO2e for Scope 2, leading to a total of about 63,283,854 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions by 2030 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This target was established in 2023, demonstrating a proactive approach to climate action. As of now, Tongaat Hulett has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, which typically includes indirect emissions from the supply chain and product use. Overall, Tongaat Hulett's commitment to achieving net zero emissions by 2030 reflects its dedication to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint in the sugar production industry.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Tongaat Hulett's primary industry is Sugar cane, sugar beet, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Tongaat Hulett is in ZA, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Tongaat Hulett is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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