African Oxygen
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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African Oxygen's reported carbon emissions
In 2019, African Oxygen (Afrox) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 502,317,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 41,598,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and about 460,719,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Afrox has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, nor has it made any pledges to reduce its carbon footprint. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests that while the company is aware of its emissions, it may not have formalised strategies in place to address them. Overall, Afrox's emissions data highlights the significant environmental impact of its operations, particularly in Scope 2 emissions, which are primarily associated with energy consumption.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 8,105,577 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 414,623,383 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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African Oxygen 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.
