Tate & Lyle PLC
Tate & Lyle's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2023, Tate & Lyle 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).
Tate & Lyle has also provided a category-level breakdown for 6 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
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Total Scope 1 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
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Unspecified Calculation Method | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | Copy restricted. Please purchase to unlock this data.  a | 0000000 |
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Insights into Tate & Lyle's Operational Emissions
In 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Tate & Lyle amounted to 498,184 metric 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 2022, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Tate & Lyle decreased by 5.73%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a
Tate & Lyle's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Tate & Lyle's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2023, the total Scope 1 emissions of Tate & Lyle were 337,085 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Has Tate & Lyle reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2019, Tate & Lyle's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 11.18%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a
Compared to the previous year (2022), Tate & Lyle's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 7.63%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a
What are Tate & Lyle's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2023, Tate & Lyle reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 161,099 tCO₂e without specifying the calculation method. a
Has Tate & Lyle reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Since 2019, Tate & Lyle's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Unspecified Calculation Method) have decreased by 10.13%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time. a
Compared to the previous year (2022), Tate & Lyle's Scope 2 emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Tate & Lyle 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a
What methodology does Tate & Lyle use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2023, Tate & Lyle reported its Scope 2 emissions using an unspecified methodology. a
Tate & Lyle's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)
Insights into Tate & Lyle's Value Chain Emissions
In 2023, Tate & Lyle reported 2,575,853 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain. a
The 2023 disclosure of Tate & Lyle includes a breakdown across 6 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2022, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a
Tate & Lyle's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Tate & Lyle's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, Tate & Lyle reported total Scope 3 emissions of 2,575,853 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a
Approximately 42.53% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 57.47% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a
Has Tate & Lyle reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2019, Tate & Lyle's Scope 3 emissions have decreased by 19.53%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a
Compared to the previous year (2022), Tate & Lyle's Scope 3 emissions decreased by 10.35%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower indirect emissions from its value chain. a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Tate & Lyle disclose?
In 2023, Tate & Lyle reported emissions for 6 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a
This partial disclosure allows for some insight into the company's indirect impacts.
What are the main sources of Tate & Lyle's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2023, the largest contributors to Tate & Lyle's Scope 3 emissions were: a
- Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 812,908 tCO₂e (31.56%)
- Investments (Cat. 15): 746,037 tCO₂e (28.96%)
- Processing of Sold Products (Cat. 10): 658,506 tCO₂e (25.56%)
Tate & Lyle's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into Tate & Lyle’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2023, Tate & Lyle reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 337,085 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 2,169 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 155.41 tCO₂e per millions USD. a
Tate & Lyle's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does Tate & Lyle's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2023, Tate & Lyle reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 155.41 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 30.03 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a
Where does Tate & Lyle rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2023, Tate & Lyle ranked 22 out of 24 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a
This places Tate & Lyle among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector. a
Insights into Tate & Lyle's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2023, Tate & Lyle reported a total carbon footprint of 3,074,037 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 9.63% decrease compared to 2022, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a
The largest contributor to Tate & Lyle's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 83.79% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 10.97%. a