SLC Agrícola S.A., a leading player in the Brazilian agribusiness sector, is headquartered in Brazil and operates primarily in the Centre-West region, renowned for its fertile lands. Founded in 1977, the company has established itself as a significant producer of soybeans, corn, and cotton, leveraging advanced agricultural practices and technology to enhance productivity and sustainability. With a commitment to innovation, SLC Agrícola stands out for its integrated approach to farming, which includes precision agriculture and sustainable land management. The company has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its environmental stewardship and operational efficiency, positioning it as a market leader in the agricultural industry. Through its dedication to quality and sustainability, SLC Agrícola continues to contribute to Brazil's prominence in global agricultural markets.
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In 2023, SLC Agrícola S.A., headquartered in Brazil, reported a commitment to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, with a target of achieving a 7% reduction in absolute emissions by the end of the year, using 2019 as the base year. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources and indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, respectively. The company has set an ambitious goal to reduce the intensity of GHG emissions by at least 25% by 2030, again using 2019 as the baseline year. This commitment reflects SLC Agrícola's proactive approach to addressing climate change and enhancing sustainability within its operations. In previous years, SLC Agrícola's emissions data indicated significant figures, with total emissions in 2020 amounting to approximately 749,874,000 kg CO2e, which included about 746,446,500 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and approximately 573,497,600 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed specific emissions data for 2021, 2022, or 2023, but it continues to focus on improving its environmental performance through various initiatives. Overall, SLC Agrícola's climate commitments demonstrate a clear intention to mitigate its carbon footprint and contribute to global sustainability efforts.
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2019 | 2020 | |
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Scope 1 | 577,256,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 3,758,400 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - |
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SLC Agrícola S.A. is not participating in any 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.