Kghm Polska Miedz
KGHM Polska Miedź S.A., commonly referred to as KGHM, is a leading global player in the copper and silver mining industry, headquartered in Poland. Established in 1961, the company has grown to become one of the largest producers of copper in Europe, with significant operations in regions such as Poland, Chile, and Canada. KGHM's core business areas include the extraction and processing of copper, silver, and other valuable minerals. The company is renowned for its innovative mining techniques and commitment to sustainable practices, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a strong focus on efficiency and environmental responsibility, KGHM has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in technology and significant production increases. As a key contributor to the global metals market, KGHM Polska Miedź continues to solidify its position through strategic investments and a diverse portfolio of high-quality products.
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Kghm Polska Miedz's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, KGHM Polska Miedz reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,500,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 2,340,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2,160,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data for this year. Comparatively, in 2022, KGHM's total emissions were about 6,463,500,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 2,272,500,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions also at 2,272,500,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a significant reduction in total emissions from 2022 to 2023. KGHM has not set specific reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) nor has it made any formal climate pledges. The company’s emissions data is self-reported and does not cascade from any parent organisation. Overall, KGHM Polska Miedz is actively monitoring its carbon footprint, with a focus on reducing its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, but lacks comprehensive targets or commitments to further enhance its climate strategy.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,330,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,990,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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Kghm Polska Miedz 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.
