African Rainbow Minerals Arm
African Rainbow Minerals (ARM) is a leading South African mining company headquartered in Johannesburg, ZA. Founded in 2004, ARM has established itself as a key player in the mining industry, focusing on the extraction and production of essential minerals such as platinum, gold, and iron ore. The company operates primarily in South Africa, with significant interests in various mining projects across the region. ARM is renowned for its commitment to sustainable mining practices and innovation, which sets it apart in a competitive market. With a diverse portfolio of core products, including platinum group metals and ferrous metals, ARM has achieved notable milestones, including strategic partnerships and expansions that enhance its market position. The company continues to drive growth while prioritising environmental stewardship and community development.
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African Rainbow Minerals Arm's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, African Rainbow Minerals (ARM) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 16,955,260 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2, alongside a significant Scope 3 emission total of about 56,402,411,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a decrease from 2023, where emissions were about 18,045,780 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2, and approximately 59,402,936,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. ARM has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions for both Scope 1 and 2 by 2050. This long-term target, initiated in 2023, underscores the company's dedication to reducing its carbon footprint in the mining sector. The commitment is part of a broader strategy to enhance sustainability and address climate change impacts. The company has also disclosed specific emissions factors related to its production processes, such as 27 kg CO2e per tonne of iron ore produced and 3,100 kg CO2e per tonne of manganese alloy produced, indicating a focus on measuring and managing emissions across its operations. Overall, ARM's climate strategy reflects a proactive approach to reducing emissions and contributing to global climate goals, with a clear roadmap towards achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 480,420,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | 1,329,785,000 | 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 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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African Rainbow Minerals Arm 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.
