South32
South32 Limited, commonly referred to as South32, is a globally recognised mining and metals company headquartered in Australia. Established in 2015, the company emerged from the demerger of BHP Billiton, focusing on a diverse portfolio of operations across Australia, Southern Africa, and South America. Operating primarily in the mining industry, South32 is renowned for its production of essential commodities, including aluminium, coal, manganese, nickel, and silver. The company distinguishes itself through its commitment to sustainable practices and innovation in resource extraction. With a strong market position, South32 has achieved notable milestones, including significant investments in renewable energy initiatives and community engagement projects. Its dedication to responsible mining and operational excellence continues to enhance its reputation as a leader in the global resources sector.
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South32's score of 59 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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South32's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, South32 reported total carbon emissions of approximately 65,000,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 9,600,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 11,400,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 65,000,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company's total emissions for 2022 were about 67,000,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight reduction in overall emissions year-on-year. South32 has disclosed emissions across all three scopes, with significant contributions from Scope 3, which includes emissions from the use of sold products and upstream activities. Despite the substantial emissions figures, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges outlined by South32, nor have they committed to Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) reduction targets. The company continues to focus on transparency in its emissions reporting, reflecting its commitment to sustainability within the mining and metals industry. As South32 operates globally, its emissions data is crucial for stakeholders interested in the environmental impact of its operations.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 11,100,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 12,300,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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South32 is participating in some 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.
