- Persistently challenging supply situation for raw materials.
- Sustained high volatility in energy prices.
- Inflation.
- Cooling economy in Central Europe.
- Unexpected emergence of a new beet disease, Stolbur.
- Falling ethanol prices.
- Volatile raw material markets.
- Contraction in the European starch market.
- Declining yogurt market in China.
- Shortage of skilled workers.
Südzucker AG
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023-03 to 2024-02 reporting, Südzucker AG disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 2.8 million tonnes of CO2eq (Scope 1 and 2). By scope: Scope 3: 9.4 million tonnes of CO2eq (2018). 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
2.8 million tonnes of CO2eq (Scope 1 and 2)
2023-03 to 2024-02
Renewable Energy
Around 17% (increased by 8% compared to previous year)
of total energy
Water Usage
46.4 million m³ (withdrawal), 56.2 million m³ (discharge)
2023-03 to 2024-02
Waste
440.9 thousand tonnes
2023-03 to 2024-02
Energy Use
49.1 million GJ
2023-03 to 2024-02
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023-03 to 2024-02)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 9.4 million tonnes of CO2eq (2018) |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2023-03 to 2024-02 | 2.8 million tonnes of CO2eq (Scope 1 and 2) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by about 23% compared to the base year 2018.
- Increased the share of renewable energies in the energy mix by around 8% compared to the previous year.
- Commissioning of biomass power plant in Wanze, Belgium.
- Implementation of energy efficiency measures in Pemuco, Chile.
- Achieved FSA Gold status (highest FSA rating for sustainability) in Germany, Belgium, France and Poland.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce accident rate by more than half from 11.1 in 2021 to 5.0 by 2026.
- Increase the proportion of women at the first and second management levels below the executive board to 25% by 2027.
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce absolute GHG emissions from own operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 50.4% by 2030.
- Reduce absolute GHG emissions in value chain (Scope 3) by at least 30% by 2030.
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve climate-neutral operations by 2050.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Emissions reductionResponsible water useCircular economyConscious consumptionAttractive workplaceSafe operationsResponsible sourcingSustainable farmingHuman rightsClimate change