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Suedzucker AG

Common Name
Suedzucker
Country
Germany
Sector
Consumer Defensive
Industry
Packaged Foods
Employees
19,116
Ticker
SZU
Exchange
XETRA
Description
Südzucker AG is a prominent company in the agribusiness sector, primarily known for its role as a leading sugar producer in Europe. As a quintessential example of a vertically integrated agri-conglome...

Suedzucker's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2025, Suedzucker completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).

Suedzucker has also provided a category-level breakdown for 3 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Total Scope 1
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Total Scope 2
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Location-Based
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Total Scope 3
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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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Verified Sources Behind Suedzucker’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

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a. Suedzucker's Annual Report 2025
a. Suedzucker's Annual Report 2025
b. Suedzucker's Annual Report 2024
b. Suedzucker's Annual Report 2024

Insights into Suedzucker's Operational Emissions

In 2025, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ofSuedzucker amounted to3,168,938metric tons of CO2 equivalent.This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2).a

Compared to 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Suedzuckerincreased by 13.18%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations.ab

Suedzucker's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

20192020202120222023202420250800 k1.6 M2.4 M3.2 MtCO2e-6%-10%-8%+4%-4%+13%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Suedzucker's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2025, the total Scope 1 emissions of Suedzucker were 2,722,192 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).a

Has Suedzucker reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Suedzucker's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 12.19%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ab

Compared to the previous year(2024), Suedzucker's Scope 1 emissions increased by 13.42%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations.ab

What are Suedzucker's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2025, Suedzucker reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 344,803 tCOâ‚‚e using the market-based method and 446,746 tCOâ‚‚e using the location-based method.a

What methodology does Suedzucker use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2025, Suedzucker reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method.a

Suedzucker's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

20192020202120222023202420250150 k300 k450 k600 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based
  • Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)

Insights into Suedzucker's Value Chain Emissions

In 2025, Suedzucker reported 7,977,385 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.a

The 2025 disclosure of Suedzucker includes a breakdown across 3of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol,up from 0 in 2024, reflecting improved emissions accounting practices and greater transparency across the company's value chaina

Suedzucker's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

202502 M4 M6 M8 MtCO2e
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Suedzucker's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2025, Suedzucker reported total Scope 3 emissions of 7,977,385 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).a

Approximately 100%of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0%came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Suedzucker disclose?

In 2025, Suedzucker reported emissions for 3 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a

The limited disclosure restricts visibility into specific emission sources across the company's value chain.

What are the main sources of Suedzucker's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2025, the largest contributors to Suedzucker's Scope 3 emissions were:a

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 6,632,847 tCOâ‚‚e(83.15%)
  • Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 751,752 tCOâ‚‚e(9.42%)
  • Fuel- and Energy-Related Services (Cat. 3): 592,786 tCOâ‚‚e(7.43%)

Suedzucker's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

UpstreamTransportation andDistribution(Cat. 4)(9.4%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(83.1%)Fuel- andEnergy-RelatedServices (Cat. 3)(7.4%)

Insights into Suedzucker’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2025, Suedzucker reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 2,722,192 tCOâ‚‚e and total revenues of USD 10,077 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 270.14 tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD.a

Suedzucker's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

2,00020,000200,0001,000,00010,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)5002,0005,00010,00020,000Revenues (Millions of USD)HItoham Yonekyu HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 285,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,310Scope 1 Intensity: 45.17 tCO2e/$MSavenciaYear: 2024Scope 1: 335,624 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,430Scope 1 Intensity: 45.17 tCO2e/$MSavola GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 56,788 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,386Scope 1 Intensity: 8.89 tCO2e/$MBell Food GroupYear: 2022Scope 1: 40,138 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,668Scope 1 Intensity: 8.60 tCO2e/$MThai Union GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 227,901 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,032Scope 1 Intensity: 56.53 tCO2e/$MFuji OilYear: 2024Scope 1: 180,326 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,725Scope 1 Intensity: 48.41 tCO2e/$MPremium Brands HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 65,580 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,498Scope 1 Intensity: 14.58 tCO2e/$MIndofood CBP Sukses MakmurYear: 2024Scope 1: 399,468 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,513Scope 1 Intensity: 88.51 tCO2e/$MHHHaitianYear: 2024Scope 1: 248,248 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,686Scope 1 Intensity: 67.35 tCO2e/$MEmmiYear: 2024Scope 1: 104,320 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,802Scope 1 Intensity: 21.72 tCO2e/$MPatanjali FoodsYear: 2025Scope 1: 512,498 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,998Scope 1 Intensity: 128.20 tCO2e/$MSigma FoodsYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,200,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,875Scope 1 Intensity: 152.38 tCO2e/$MDarling IngredientsYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,936,042 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,715Scope 1 Intensity: 338.75 tCO2e/$MEbro FoodsYear: 2024Scope 1: 192,836 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,268Scope 1 Intensity: 59.01 tCO2e/$MNH FoodsYear: 2024Scope 1: 437,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,607Scope 1 Intensity: 50.77 tCO2e/$MSaudia Dairy & FoodstuffYear: 2024Scope 1: 53,173 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,998Scope 1 Intensity: 13.30 tCO2e/$MNomad FoodsYear: 2024Scope 1: 101,212 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,785Scope 1 Intensity: 26.74 tCO2e/$MBright Dairy & FoodYear: 2024Scope 1: 71,341 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,327Scope 1 Intensity: 21.45 tCO2e/$MMeiji HoldingsYear: 2025Scope 1: 200,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,696Scope 1 Intensity: 25.99 tCO2e/$MNissuiYear: 2024Scope 1: 213,648 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,490Scope 1 Intensity: 38.92 tCO2e/$MIngredionYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,825,070 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,430Scope 1 Intensity: 245.64 tCO2e/$MHilton Food GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 13,495 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,005Scope 1 Intensity: 2.70 tCO2e/$MGlanbiaYear: 2024Scope 1: 141,880 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,273Scope 1 Intensity: 43.34 tCO2e/$MMorinaga Milk IndustryYear: 2024Scope 1: 188,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,612Scope 1 Intensity: 52.04 tCO2e/$MSuedzuckerYear: 2025Scope 1: 2,722,192 tCO2eRevenue: $M 10,077Scope 1 Intensity: 270.14 tCO2e/$M

How does Suedzucker's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2025, Suedzucker reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 270.14 tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 45.17, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

Where does Suedzucker rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2025, Suedzucker ranked 24 out of 24 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD).a

This places Suedzucker among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector.a

Insights into Suedzucker's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2025, Suedzucker reported a total carbon footprint of 11,146,323 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 298.08% increase compared to 2024, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain.ab

The largest contributor to Suedzucker's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 71.57% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 24.42%.a

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