- Supply chain disruptions due to the pandemic.
- Global food market volatility.
- Climate change impacts on agricultural practices.
ICL Group Ltd.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2021 reporting, ICL Group Ltd. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 2.6K (thousands of tCO2e). By scope: Scope 1: 2.2K (thousands of tCO2e); Scope 2: 416 (thousands of tCO2e). Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
2.6K (thousands of tCO2e)
2021
Renewable Energy
29%
of total energy
Water Usage
71.9 (millions of m3)
2021
Waste
65.2 (thousands of tons)
2021
Energy Use
33.6 (millions of GJ)
2021
📊 Emissions by Scope (2021)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 2.2K (thousands of tCO2e) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 416 (thousands of tCO2e) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 2.6K (thousands of tCO2e) |
| 2020 | 2.6M tCO2e |
| 2015 | 2.5M tCO2e/year |
| 2013 | 3.0M tCO2e/year |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Achieved nearly 30% of indirect energy consumption from renewable sources.
- Reduced total Scope 1+2 CO2e emissions (thousands of tonnes): 2649 in 2021 vs 2507 in 2020
- 93% of production sites certified to ISO 14001 or equivalent.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce GHG emissions by 20% by 2025 (compared to 2018 baseline).
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce GHG emissions by 30% by 2030 (vs. 2018 baseline).
- Increase renewable energy consumption to 50% by 2040.
- Increase circular economy and water conservation impact by an additional 3% of waste stream recycling per year.
🔭 Long-term
- Reach carbon neutral emissions by 2050.
- 100% renewable energy
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeFood SecurityCircular EconomyDiversity & InclusionSupply Chain SustainabilitySafetyCommunity Engagement