Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
Tereos CSR commitments
A CSR roadmap that is organic, robust and unique
A CSR roadmap that is organic, robust and unique
Corporate social responsibility lies at the heart of the Tereos strategy. Rooted in the cooperative Purpose “Cultivating a shared future for the Earth and People by meeting essential daily needs”, it embodies the long-term vision championed by 10,300 cooperative members and 14,300 employees.
Turning our ambitions into action
Turning our ambitions into action
Launched in January 2025, Tereos’ new CSR roadmap sets a clear and measurable course, with commitments that, just one year later, are already delivering tangible results. Aligned with the climate targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), Tereos’ CSR approach is structured around three areas of commitment and is brought to life day after day in the field.
Discover the Tereos 2025-2026 CSR Report
The 2025-2026 CSR Report presents the commitments, actions and results that reflect the implementation of Tereos CSR strategy.
Key Highlights for 2025-2026
- 24%
€ 811,450
96%
- 17%
100%
3,400
Gérard Clay
Gérard Clay
"Our ability to take action is based on the commitment of our cooperative members and employees and on shared values. They are the driving force behind our collective progress. Together, we’re championing a cooperative model that combines agricultural production, the transformation of raw materials and the sustainable development of our regions."
Olivier Leducq
Olivier Leducq
"All our actions are producing tangilble results and they confirm a firm belief: here at Tereos, economic performance and environmental transition go hand in hand. It is through transforming our business model that we’ll be able to continue to strengthen our competitiveness in the long term."
Three areas of commitment to build a sustainable future
Launched in 2025, our CSR Roadmap sets out a clear course for Tereos’ sustainable transformation. Structured around three complementary Areas of Commitment, it brings together our cooperative members, employees and partners around a shared ambition: combining economic performance, environmental responsibility and sustainable value creation.
Cultivating our connection with Nature and territories
As a key figure in local regions, Tereos positions agricultural development at the intersection of three interlinked challenges: climate, biodiversity and regional development, whilst balancing agronomy with economic performance.
Driven by its cooperative members and staff, and in line with the SBTi FLAG Net Zero target for 2050, this momentum is being translated into concrete actions: reducing emissions, improving agricultural practices, preserving soil, combating deforestation and securing responsible supply chains.
Tereos places support for farmers and dialogue with local stakeholders at the heart of its activities.
Our targets
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-36% GHG emissions Scope 1 and 3 FLAG (Forest Land and Agriculture)*
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20 % supply sourced from regenerative or low-carbon agriculture*
- 100 % of raw materials certified as sustainable and zero-deforestation*
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Support for young farmers
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Integration of local communities
* 2032/33 targets (vs 2022/23)
Meeting essential needs for a sustainable daily life
Tereos is investing in and developing its industrial operations by combining environmental performance with a competitive edge.
This transformation is based on a number of identified objectives: reducing greenhouse gas emissions, managing water consumption, making the most of plant-based raw materials, and optimising processes.
In parallel, Tereos is adapting its offering to changes in consumer behaviour in its fields of activity by developing solutions for its clients and future markets.
Our targets
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100% of plant-based raw materials valorised*
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-50% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 E&I GHG emissions (energy and industry)*
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-28% water consumption *
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Developing decarbonised solutions
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Reinforcing a responsible procurement approach
* 2032/33 targets (vs 2022/23)
Cultivating a shared future for the Earth and People
Tereos is taking steps to ensure a safe, inclusive and responsible working environment for all its employees, cooperative members and stakeholders.
This approach involves strengthening safety risk prevention, fostering an inclusive culture and implementing shared ethical standards at all levels of the organisation.
Our targets
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-30% LWC (Lost Workday Cases) rate*
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27% female members of the Management Forum*
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100% of sites are aware of visible and invisible disabilities*
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Promoting the cooperative model
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Respecting our ethical principles
* 2032/33 targets (vs 2022/23)
Ambitious targets, measurable results
At Tereos, our CSR approach is built on clear targets, performance indicators monitored over time and dedicated governance. Every action is measured to assess its impact and support the sustainable transformation of our Cooperative.
One year after the launch of our new CSR Roadmap, the first measurable results demonstrate the progress achieved across agriculture, industry, environmental performance and collective engagement. They reflect our commitment to combining competitiveness, innovation and responsibility throughout our value chain.
On the road to Net Zero
From the fields to the finished products, Tereos is rolling out a climate plan covering all its operations, with the aim of achieving net zero emissions by 2050.
In 2025, Tereos set out its climate ambition with a new Net Zero roadmap, mobilising the entire Group to reduce its emissions through three key areas:
- Agricultural activities (Scopes 1 and 3 Forest, Land & Agriculture – FLAG),
- Energy at industrial sites (Scopes 1 and 2 Energy and Industry (E&I)
- Value chain (Scope 3 Energy and Industry (E&I).
This roadmap, which is aligned with the SBTi guidelines, sets out short- and long-term targets and aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, with FLAG targets tailored to agricultural activities.
Discover Tereos Ethical Charter
The Code of Ethics forms the foundation for Tereos’ commitments to integrity and business conduct. It reflects the organisation’s commitment to conducting its activities in a transparent and responsible manner.
