It's in our nature to care for the planet and people

A commitment to making a positive impact is embedded in everything we do, from the very beginning

The knowledge gained by the legitimate Brazilian producer spreads throughout our entire ecosystem, helping to build a culture of sustainable business ready to contribute to a low-carbon economy and the growth of society as a whole.

Sustainable from the origin

As a benchmark in implementing low-carbon production processes with strong social impact, the Copersucar Ecosystem leads in providing products that help decarbonize the transportation, electricity, and industrial production chains.

Data from the 24/25 Crop Year:

Ethanol sold in Brazil
and the United States
avoided
26+ MM
tCO2eq
equivalent to 12.5 MM of gasoline-powered vehicle emissions in
one year
6 MM
CBIOs
(RenovaBio
decarbonization
certificates) issued,
equivalent to the
mitigation of
6 MM
tCO2eq
Industrial and transport operations prevented 2 MM of diesel from being
used, replaced by
2.6 MM m3 of biomethane
4,000+
tCO2eq
avoided
The use of pipelines
removed
100,000+ tanker trucks from circulation in urban
areas each year
87,000
tCO2eq
avoided
GHG inventory (Scope 1 and 2 emissions of partner mills) totaled 0.02580
tCO2eq
per ton of crushed sugarcane, a benchmark for efficiency in the sector
The use of rail transport
to move sugar avoided
53,000
tCO2eq
~185,000 direct and indirect jobs
in the ecosystem
6,700
GWh
of renewable biomass electricity generated by partner mills, equivalent to the energy consumption of a city such as Rotterdam, in the Netherlands
630 MM people fed with
sugar traded
throughout the world
475,000 Bonsucro credits, the world's largest trader (international benchmark certification for sugarcane)
99% from terminals in Brazil
sent for composting,
recycling and/or
co-processing

Sustainable sugarcane

Efficient production relies on intelligent use of natural resources, innovation, and regenerative methods. Learn about the management best practices implemented at the mills we work with.

Soil management

preserves nutrients, prevents erosion,
and improves moisture retention.

Circular economy

crop rotation, no-till planting,
and biofertilizers that reduce the need for synthetic inputs.

Water management

closed-loop systems optimize water capture, treatment, and reuse, reducing effluents. Integration with industrial processes increases renewable energy use and operational efficiency.

Biological control

strengthening native microorganisms and insects that fight sugarcane pests and diseases.

Technology in the field

Precision farming and mechanization boost productivity and reduce waste.
Autonomous equipment, controlled-distribution tractors, and drones make operations more efficient while protecting the soil.
Biotechnology from the Sugarcane Technology Center (CTC) improves crop resilience and yields.

Strengthening
local communities

The Copersucar Social Investment Policy prioritizes social projects focused on education for communities in the regions where our ecosystem operates.

Social impact of the
Copersucar Ecosystem:

430K+ people impacted
directly and indirectly
337 municipalities impacted
by social projects
150+ social projects
supported

Copersucar Ecosystem Certifications:

RenovaBio

Created in 2017, the RenovaBio Program aims to encourage the replacement of fossil fuels with renewable alternatives, such as ethanol and biodiesel.

METI Japan

Requirement for exporting ethanol to the Japanese market.

FSSC 22000

Food safety management system with additional specifications.

ISO 22000

Food Safety Management System.

Bonsucro

Voluntary international certification scheme exclusively for sugar cane.

SMETA

International audit focused on assessing sustainability standards.

EPA RFS2

Requirement for exporting ethanol to the American market, demanded by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

ISCC CORSIA Plus

International voluntary certification scheme for sustainable aviation fuels (SAF).

LCFS

Requirement for exporting ethanol fuel to the California market, stipulated by the California Air Resources Board (CARB).

Halal

Certifies processes and products in accordance with Islamic Law.

ISO 9001

International standard that defines the requirements for a Quality Management System (QMS).

ISCC PLUS

Global certification system that addresses the sustainability and traceability of bio-based, circular and renewable raw materials across all supply chains.

Kosher

A kosher certificate confirms that a product has been properly examined and monitored from the perspective of Jewish dietary laws.

Governance

Copersucar adopts sustainable practices, tracking environmental, social, and economic impacts with guidance from the Board of Directors and the Sustainability Committee. Since 2009/2010, it has published reports aligned with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), audited by an independent company to ensure transparency.

The company also runs an ethics channel, managed by a specialized organization, which receives reports anonymously of potential misconduct, ensuring confidentiality, impartiality, and proper investigation.

See all our
Sustainability
Report editions

Our Sustainability Reports provide details on how the Copersucar Ecosystem contributes to food security and the decarbonization of the energy sector. All data is approved by the company’s governance and externally assured.