African Oxygen Limited, commonly known as Afrox, is a leading provider of industrial gases and welding products, headquartered in South Africa (ZA). Established in 1927, Afrox has built a strong presence across Southern Africa, serving diverse sectors including healthcare, manufacturing, and mining.
The company offers a comprehensive range of products, including oxygen, nitrogen, argon, and various welding supplies, distinguished by their commitment to quality and safety. Afrox has achieved significant milestones, such as pioneering the introduction of medical gases in the region, solidifying its market position as a trusted supplier.
With a focus on innovation and sustainability, Afrox continues to enhance its service offerings, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of its customers while maintaining a strong reputation in the industrial gas sector.
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Industry Intensity
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African Oxygen's reported carbon emissions
In 2019, African Oxygen Limited (Afrox), headquartered in South Africa (ZA), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 502.3 million kg CO2e. This figure includes 41.6 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, primarily from mobile combustion, and 460.7 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Notably, there is no reported data for Scope 3 emissions. Afrox has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, and there are no documented pledges to reduce emissions. The company does not inherit emissions data from a parent organization, indicating that its reported figures are solely its own. Overall, while Afrox has made strides in emissions reporting, it currently lacks defined climate action strategies or reduction targets, positioning it within an industry context that increasingly prioritises sustainability and carbon footprint reduction.
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