Rooted in purpose, growing with integrity
Our 2024 Sustainability Report captures a year of sharpened focus. Our mission remains clear: contributing to better health for people and the planet through sustainable agriculture. While the world continues to evolve, we stay committed on creating meaningful impact, step by step, guided by nature.
We have always aimed high, and that has not changed. But with the agricultural landscape becoming more complex, shaped by geopolitical pressures, extreme weather patterns, and growing regulatory expectations, we recognize the importance of recalibrating our focus. We looked at our ambitions from new angles and made deliberate choices
about how and where to move forward with the most impact.
Our 2024 sustainability report provides a transparent and comprehensive overview of our ESG performance over the past year and highlights key achievements.
Although we are not yet required to comply with the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), we are taking a proactive approach to ensure we meet these standards by 2027. We are fully dedicated to continually improving both our sustainability practices and reporting methods. By aligning with the upcoming CSRD regulations, we aim to set a new industry benchmark for transparency and accountability.
2024 key figures
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501.806 kg synthetic pesticides avoided in agriculture
Providing the world with biological pest control solutions which lead to less use of polluting agro- chemicals
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2.638 employees worldwide
Together, we strive to provide growers and farmers around the world with quality products, exceptional service, and share knowledge.
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107,49 GWh energy consumption in own operations
We are continuously exploring renewable energy sources and implementing energy saving technologies to reduce our overall energy consumption.
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34 countries
We have established a significant presence worldwie. Through our global network, we share our vision and knowledge, build valuable connections and inspire others.
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21.570 smallholder farmers supported
Through the Koppert Foundation, we supported communities in eight countries, sharing knowledge to improve livelihoods, and enabling food safety and security.
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21.391 tCO2e gross GHG emissions in tCO2 (Scopes 1 and 2, market-based)
Our emissions rose slightly. In response, we laid the groundwork to finalize climate targets in 2025 and accelerate renewable energy adoption.
Message from our Board
Sustainability at Koppert is not a topic that sits next to the business; it is the business. Today, value is measured not only in financial returns but also in soil health, biodiversity, and the well-being of our people. And rightly so. We are taking a pragmatic and forward-looking approach to integrating sustainability into our day-to-day decision-making. Our priority is to align our operations with evolving regulatory requirements while ensuring we remain financially resilient. That means making intentional, informed decisions, not reactive ones, while focusing on compliance readiness, long-term value creation, and greater transparency.
We are already committed to meeting new regulations, including the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation, and to achieving net-zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050. Most importantly, we are fully dedicated to transparent, standardized ESG reporting in full compliance with the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). We are focused on maximizing our positive impact and minimizing any negative consequences of our activities. This reporting process is not just a compliance exercise, it is an opportunity to better understand our performance, engage meaningfully with stakeholders, and make smarter business decisions.
We are proud of the growing commitment across our company to act transparently and with purpose, even when it means venturing into uncharted territory. That’s how meaningful change takes root. This sustainability report reflects that spirit. It’s not a conclusion, but a snapshot of our journey, honest, grounded, and continually evolving.
Of course, none of this is possible without our people. The Board wants to thank our teams around the world for embracing this transformation with energy and conviction. This journey requires us all to think beyond our individual roles and recognize our collective impact. We are equally grateful to our customers and partners for their trust, collaboration, and continued support. With this shared commitment, we move forward with confidence in our direction.
Thank you for your trust, partnership, and your belief in this journey.
Warm regards,
On behalf of the Executive Board
Erik-Jan Verdegaal
Chief Financial Officer, Koppert
