BHP, officially known as BHP Group Limited, is a leading global resources company headquartered in Australia. With significant operations across Australia and the Americas, BHP is a key player in the mining and energy sectors, focusing on the extraction of essential commodities such as iron ore, copper, and coal. Founded in 1885, the company has achieved numerous milestones, including its merger with Billiton in 2001, which expanded its global footprint. BHP's core offerings include mining, oil, and gas production, distinguished by its commitment to sustainable practices and innovation in resource extraction. As one of the largest mining companies in the world, BHP consistently ranks among the top producers in its industry, recognised for its operational excellence and strong market position.
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In 2024, BHP reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 8200000000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 1900000000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and a staggering 377600000000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The combined total for Scope 1 and 2 emissions was about 10100000000 kg CO2e. In comparison, 2023 emissions were slightly lower, with Scope 1 at 8000000000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at 1900000000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 370800000000 kg CO2e. BHP has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero operational greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 across all scopes. This long-term goal aligns with the Paris Agreement and includes specific near-term targets to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 30% from a 2020 baseline by 2030. Additionally, BHP aims to reduce Scope 1 emissions to near zero by 2025. The company’s emissions data is sourced directly from BHP Group Limited, with no cascading from a parent organization. BHP's commitment to sustainability is evident in its comprehensive approach to emissions reduction, focusing on both operational efficiencies and broader supply chain impacts.
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2014 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 22,700,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 22,300,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 687,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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