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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.

DitchCarbon Score

How does African Rainbow Minerals Arm'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.

39

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.

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Industry Benchmark

African Rainbow Minerals Arm's score of 39 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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African Rainbow Minerals Arm's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, African Rainbow Minerals (ARM) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,804,578,000 kg CO2e, comprising 420,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 1,380,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, their Scope 3 emissions were significant, amounting to approximately 59,402,936,000 kg CO2e. ARM has demonstrated a commitment to transparency in its emissions reporting, disclosing data across Scope 1, 2, and 3. However, there are currently no specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined in their climate commitments. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, reflecting an awareness of its environmental impact, but lacks formalised reduction strategies such as Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) commitments. Overall, ARM's emissions data highlights the scale of its carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 3, which is critical for understanding the full impact of its operations. The company is based in South Africa (ZA) and is actively engaged in addressing climate change through its reporting practices.

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Scope 2
1,329,785,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. African Rainbow Minerals Arm'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. African Rainbow Minerals Arm is headquartered in ZA, which has a rank of very high, indicating very high grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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African Rainbow Minerals Arm is not committed to any 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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