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Epiroc

Epiroc AB, a leading global provider of mining and construction equipment, is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden (SE). Founded in 1873, the company has established itself as a key player in the industry, focusing on innovative solutions for rock drilling, excavation, and demolition. Epiroc operates in major regions including Europe, North America, and Asia, delivering advanced technology and sustainable practices. The company’s core products encompass hydraulic attachments, drilling rigs, and automation solutions, all designed to enhance productivity and safety in challenging environments. Epiroc is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and efficiency, positioning itself as a market leader with notable achievements in automation and digitalisation. With a rich history and a forward-thinking approach, Epiroc continues to shape the future of the mining and construction sectors.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Epiroc's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

49

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Salt and Mineral Mining industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

16

Industry Benchmark

Epiroc's score of 49 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

99%

Epiroc's reported carbon emissions

Epiroc, headquartered in Sweden, reported significant carbon emissions in 2023, with total emissions of approximately 100,000,000 kg CO2e. This includes 10,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 91,948,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company also disclosed Scope 3 emissions, which include 5,653,000 kg CO2e from capital goods and 5,653,000,000 kg CO2e from the use of sold products. Epiroc has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, the company targets a 50% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products over the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C. In summary, Epiroc is actively working towards substantial emissions reductions, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and climate responsibility in the electrical equipment and machinery sector.

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Scope 1
6,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
28,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
-
-
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Epiroc's primary industry is Chemical and fertilizer minerals, salt and other mining and quarrying products n.e.c., which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Epiroc is headquartered in SE, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Epiroc is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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