American Vanguard Corporation
American Vanguard Corporation, often referred to as AVD, is a prominent player in the agricultural and specialty chemicals industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1969, the company has established a strong presence across North America and internationally, focusing on crop protection and soil health solutions. With a diverse portfolio that includes insecticides, herbicides, and fungicides, American Vanguard is recognised for its commitment to innovation and sustainability. The company’s unique formulations and advanced technologies set it apart in a competitive market, enabling farmers to enhance productivity while minimising environmental impact. Over the years, American Vanguard has achieved significant milestones, solidifying its market position as a trusted provider of agricultural solutions. Its dedication to research and development continues to drive growth and reinforce its reputation as a leader in the industry.
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American Vanguard Corporation's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, American Vanguard Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 19,200,000 kg CO2e, comprising 7,700,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 11,400,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks an increase from 2022, where total emissions were about 14,600,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 5,600,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 9,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Over the past few years, American Vanguard has seen fluctuations in its emissions, with 2021 reporting the highest total of approximately 20,900,000 kg CO2e, driven by Scope 1 emissions of 10,300,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of 10,600,000 kg CO2e. In contrast, 2020 saw the lowest total emissions in the recent data set, at about 14,100,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, American Vanguard Corporation has not established specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that it operates independently in its reporting and climate commitments. Overall, while American Vanguard Corporation has made strides in tracking its emissions, the lack of defined reduction strategies highlights an area for potential improvement in its climate commitments.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,900,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 11,200,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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American Vanguard Corporation 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.
